Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

Laars Heating Systems, based in Rochester, NH, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to evaluate requirements, make recommendations, and manage projects related to Lean Initiatives, Safety, Quality, and Productivity improvement projects, scrap reduction projects, and new equipment procurement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new manufacturing processes and technologies to support strategic objectives.
• Manage updates and modifications to existing manufacturing processes to support new product launches, including review of new part prints and design for manufacturability.
• Create cost comparisons and return on investment calculations to assist in supplier selection.
• Act as a subject matter expert for interdepartmental projects and initiatives.
• Create standardized processes, including all documentation, to ensure the highest quality, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency.
• Partner with quality to create comprehensive control plans and quality checks to ensure a robust process delivers good product to customers, accounting for required quality inspector checks.
• Provide training and support to production personnel on troubleshooting techniques and equipment operation.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEA, and Process Control Plans.
• Generate reports and present data on process performance and improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with design engineers, production personnel, quality control, and other departments to resolve process-related issues and ensure smooth production operations.
• Support the day-to-day needs of operations to help the team meet KPIs and ensure standardization across all lines.
• Lead Root Cause Failure Analysis efforts to ensure robust corrective actions are implemented.
• Coordinate with maintenance, production, and engineering for any major changes to equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or another related technical field.
• 5-10 years’ experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of engineering and manufacturing practices and processes, including Lean Manufacturing and techniques.
• Ability to read prints and understand geometric dimensions and tolerances.
• Proficient in standard business-related computer software such as Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and SolidWorks.
• Experience leading Kaizen initiatives.
• Strong continuous improvement and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present complex technical information.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lead teams without direct authority.