Manufacturing Engineer
About the role
The Manufacturing Engineer at Dexter is responsible for supporting production needs, leading large capital projects, developing process improvements, and leading implementation on the production floor. Dexter is a premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components, serving various industries including commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets.
Responsibilities
Supporting production operations during the manufacturing process through technical expertise, structured problem solving, and troubleshooting guidance.
Developing and maintaining process flow charts and facility layouts.
Analyzing current processes to find safety and efficiency improvement opportunities.
Participating in cross-functional design reviews to establish standard and custom product designs for new product launches.
Developing and communicating manufacturing standards for new product launches, project initiatives, and efficiency improvements to all departments.
Reviewing and approving engineering prints and specifications for optimum manufacturability, cost, tooling, and process structure.
Participating jointly with the Product Design Team to resolve all engineering and design related problems as well as providing manufacturing inputs required for cost-effective designs.
Analyzing existing mechanical designs for technical understanding and comprehension.
Designing fixturing, tooling, mechanical components, and assemblies.
Aiding the quality department with audit action items, field service as needed, and any quality issues associated with manufacturing.
Initiating and participating in departmental or company strategic programs, including cycle time analysis, safety, quality, and/or cost improvements.
Self-directing a continuous improvement mentality for daily tasks.
Participating in organized team-based continuous improvement projects as needed.
Defining problems, collecting data, establishing factual points, and communicating analytical decisions to the team.
Working through hands-on troubleshooting (mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical) with operators and maintenance technicians.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a comparable discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
3+ years' work experience in a manufacturing setting and CNC background.
Qualifications
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software, preference to AutoCAD and Inventor.
Familiarity with statistical analysis and software (Minitab / Cpk & Ppk).
Skills
Strong team, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to organize data into presentations for the team members and management.
Ability to generate operator instruction sheets, quality alerts, and clear communication forms.
Ability to concisely condense complicated processes and data into a clear message for company decisions.
Benefits
Dexter offers a competitive wage, full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA, 3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program, 401(k) Plan with company contributions, Paid Holidays and paid time off, and opportunities for internal career development and growth.