Manufacturing Engineer

About the Role

Altec Fenex, located approximately one hour east of Saint Louis, MO in Sandoval, IL, is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join the team. Reporting to the General Manager, this role will play a vital, visible part in planning and executing the production plan by teaching and implementing lean manufacturing practices. Additional responsibilities include general manufacturing support, plant layout and process flow efficiency gains, implementing improvements to production support documentation, and collaborating with the Product Engineering team to enhance manufacturability through innovative designs and assembly processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensures manufacturing builds product in conformance to current engineering documentation.
• Reviews the design of components and parts for design-for-manufacturability.
• Monitors costs, manpower efficiency, machine capability, space utilization, and recommends revisions in manufacturing methods as appropriate.
• Participates and leads continuous improvement efforts in Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety, and Productivity.
• Leads the integration of new designs into Manufacturing.
• Drives implementation of capital projects.
• Contributes productively as part of Altec’s team-oriented design, manufacture, and customer service/support efforts.
• Operates with decision-making latitude within the scope of assignments.
• Applies fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures in the engineering field.
• Supports Operations, Sales, and Service.
• Interfaces directly with suppliers and customers.
• Utilizes Lean principles to improve products and processes.
• May manage various sizes of Altec projects and/or act as Team Lead.
• Develops and maintains manufacturing work instructions.

Requirements

• ABET EAC certified degree in Engineering (required). Preferred majors include:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Aerospace Engineering
• At least 2 years of lean manufacturing engineering experience (preferred).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with team members and with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time, potentially on short notice, which may include flying.

Benefits

Altec offers a competitive salary that rewards performance and dedication, along with a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical, Dental, and Prescription Drug Program
• Retirement 401(k) Program
• Vacation and Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program
• Life Insurance, Accidental Death, and Dismemberment Insurance

Core values include: Customer First, Enjoyment of Work, Family, Financial Stability, Integrity, People Are Our Greatest Strength, Quality, Spiritual Development, and Teamwork.

Pay

Pay range: $72,800 to $82,900 annually. Compensation may be adjusted upward if the selected candidate meets the qualifications of a higher level in the Engineering Career Path.