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Manufacturing Engineer

Spin Master International B.V.

Place of work
Karadžičova 12, Bratislava, Slovakia (Job with occasional home office)
Contract type
full-time
Start date
ASAP
Wage (gross)
2 500 EUR/monthSalary is negotiable based on candidate's experience.

Information about the position

Job description, responsibilities and duties

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to provide expertise leading to optimal and effective production of new products. 

The Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with and as an integral part of the Product Development Engineering and Designers to achieve innovative DFM and DFA support for new product definition. In addition, this role will work with the select suppliers to define manufacturing methods to guarantee the lowest cost while ensuring the toy functions as designed, meets all defined quality and safety requirements, and is launched on time.

​How will you create impact?​

Engineering

  • Produce and guide product designs to support optimum manufacturing and assembly methods (DFMA).
  • Expertise in producing and configuring specifications and effective RFI/RFQ packages.
  • Work with the product engineering team to examine parts/components to ascertain purpose, cost and value by utilizing knowledge of product design, development and cost engineering
  • Design new systems and processes for the introduction of new products or for the improvement of existing ones
  • A practical hands-on understanding of materials and material science is highly desired
  • Ideate and solve production and/or engineering and quality design problems
  • Act as liaison between Consumer Care Feedback group and Manufacturing Operations
  • Improve efficiency in the manufacturing processes through continuous improvement and OPEX techniques
  • Improve operational quality by evaluating and recommending process re-design and implement changes
  • Assist Sourcing Team for high complexity evaluation of supplier capabilities and qualification
  • Achieve “proof of concept” and understanding mass manufacturing constraints on new and high complexity products.

Project Management

  • Drive production schedules with suppliers and ensure there alignment with the entire product development timeline
  • Assist Spin Master product development engineers, and supplier production engineers to ensure all projects are delivered on-cost, on-spec, and on-time.
  • Be instrumental in the effective roll-out of global initiatives related to Manufacturing. E.g. Global Tooling Strategy, Global standardization of specifications, sub-assemblies, components and others.
  • Understand and communicate product specifications to our selected suppliers
  • Use MS Project or similar and other tools to manage & track key deliverables and proactively resolve future issues to keep products on track, on cost, and on specification.

Employee perks, benefits

At Spin Master we believe that our people are one of our most valuable assets. Your efforts at Spin Master are a part of your life’s work and Spin Master honors your contribution with a total rewards program that includes tangible and intangible benefits:

• Global Working Environment
​• Hybrid Work Model /60% work from office - 40% work from home/
​• Meal vouchers fully paid by the employer (7,50€/working day)
​• Referral program
​• Learning & Development - We're committed to supporting your continuous learning. For our employees, we provide LinkedIn Learning, language courses, and much more.
​• 2x sick day + Birthday day off
​• Employee discounts - Eligible to receive free toys during the holiday season and can purchase toys for discounted prices.
​• Possibility of career growth
​• Flexible working hours
​• Employee Assistance Program
​• Allowance for sports activities – Multi sport card
​• Life and Accident Insurance
​• Medical care benefit​

Requirements for the employee

Candidates with education suit the position

University education (Bachelor's degree)
University education (Master's degree)

Educational Specialization

Manufacturing Engineering, Operations or Product Development Engineering

Language skills

English - Upper intermediate (B2)

Other knowledge

SolidWorks CAD - Skillful

Experience in the position/sector

3

Number of years of experience

5

Personality requirements and skills

​How will you fit into the team?​

  • Demonstrated ability to provide strong leadership to drive innovative and cost-effective design solutions.
  • Plastic manufacturing knowledge, injection mold is required and experience preferred
  • Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills required
  • Strong listener with attention to detail required
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize competing demands
  • Desired: CAD skills. Preferably Solid works.
  • Demonstrates a "hands-on" team approach to solving problems
  • ​Toy or consumer goods experience as asset but not necessary.
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical manufacturing processes, including assembly and testing
  • Proven DFM and DMA expertise. DFMEA an asset

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Brief description of the company

Spin Master (www.spinmaster.com) is a leading global children's entertainment company that creates, designs, manufactures, licenses and markets a diversified portfolio of innovative toys, games, products and entertainment properties. Spin Master is best known for award-winning brands including Zoomer™, Bakugan™, Meccano™, and 2017 Toys of the Year, Hatchimals™, Air Hogs™ and PAW Patrol™. Since 2005, Spin Master has received 82 TIA Toy of The Year (TOTY) nominations with 21 wins across a variety of product categories, including 13 TOTY nominations for Innovative Toy of the Year, more than any of its competitors. To date, Spin Master has produced six television series, including 2007 success Bakugan Battle Brawlers and current hit PAW Patrol, which is broadcast in over 160 countries and territories globally. Spin Master employs over 2,000 people globally with offices in Canada, United States, Mexico, France, Italy, United Kingdom, Slovakia, China, Hong Kong, Australia and more.

Number of employees

500-999 employees
ID: 4894955  Dátum zverejnenia: 18.6.2025  Základná zložka mzdy (brutto): 2 500 EUR/month