Manufacturing Engineer

Purpose

The purpose of the Manufacturing Engineer is to provide manufacturing support for new product introductions to ensure a successful product launch on time.  This includes project planning, capital investment requests, new processes/equipment, replenishment systems, material handling, and guided instruction implementation.  The Manufacturing Engineer shall promote and adopt the continuous improvement culture by focusing on problem solving to drive improvements in the organization’s safety, quality, operational performance, customer satisfaction, and overall financial health of the company.    

Responsibilities

• Expected to be able to handle substantial portions of project work and day-to-day shop support with little to no supervision.  They should be able to lead projects both within the department and cross-functionally.  Assignments may be routine or non-routine and will typically involve a mix of analysis and hands-on activities. They may also direct the work of techs, college students or other engineers.  They may be required to direct/lead/teach other engineers and techs on their projects and more technically challenging work inside or outside the department. Assignments may be assigned by supervisors or developed on their own but will need to be communicated to supervision to assure alignment with company objectives.
• Develop and execute continuous improvement activities to reduce cycle time, inventory, and waste while improving process performance, quality, cost, and standardizing the processes. 
• Typical assignments may include but are not limited to:
  • Development of processes for the launch of new products
  • Production control replenishment parameters
  • Ensuring that new processes are safe, and meet environmental standards.
  • Process improvements and optimization
  • Cost reductions
  • Performing cost analyses
  • Six Sigma projects
  • Continuous Improvement initiatives
  • Shop support
  • Capacity studies
  • Quality improvements
  • Other assignments as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of Engineering experience in related field
• Knowledge of various manufacturing processes, tools and materials
• Must have good judgment, be well organized, and able to work with minimal supervision
• Commitment to seeking opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
• Ability to research, analyze and justify financial purchases and make sound financial decisions
• Understanding of six sigma tools and statistical process control
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including positive communication skills, both written and verbal
• Work effectively and cross-functionally on a regular basis
• Proficient in MS Office, including Word, Excel, Power Point; CAD software; ability to learn SAP
• Experience in project management and ownership
• Ability to perform hands-on work as required
• Ability to occasionally work off shifts
• Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing experience desired