Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

General Responsibilities:

• Analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements, workflow and layout of equipment for maximum efficiency.
• Research manufacturing trends, new technology and recommend improvements to current production methods where advantageous.
• Implement changes in production processes to support improvements in safety, quality, delivery and/or reduce operating costs.
• Facilitate and apply Lean Manufacturing principles in all manufacturing facilities and participate in continuous improvement projects to drive results.
• Manage capital projects from project definition, contractor quoting and selection, project execution and final implementation.
• Support the company safety program by applying knowledge of safety principles and practices related to ergonomics and machine guarding to establish new processes or reviewing existing processes.
• Participates in various projects within or related to manufacturing where assigned.
• Develop documentation and procedures to support all manufacturing functions.
• Demonstrate and utilize a strong methodical problem solving approach to drive to root cause and implement sustainable corrective actions to production problems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Two years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated application of Lean manufacturing concepts to drive results.
• Strong organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Understanding of the principles and practices associated with general fabrication.
• Working knowledge of Mechanical and Electromechanical assemblies.
• Ability to interpret and work from blueprints.
• Ability to travel domestically up to 20% of the year.

Preferred Requirements

• Familiarity with Six Sigma methodology.
• Leverage Lean Green Belt or better.
• Understanding and experience with electro-mechanical assembly, welding, machining and painting.
• Experience with incoming inspection of materials and parts, in process inspection and functional testing of completed assemblies.
• Experience with project management specifying, procuring and setting up new manufacturing equipment.
• Experience solving production problems related to equipment, product or manufacturing process.
• Experience scoping, installing, and configuring robotics/automation including robotic welding processes.