Manufacturing Engineer

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Responsible for assisting in the development of manufacturing engineering specifications and special tooling and/or the modification of equipment used in the lean manufacturing process.

Specific Duties

• In conjunction with other technical staff members, develop value stream strategies of modified or new machines and equipment that will positively impact key business metrics of quality and cost; including the design or procurement and development of fixtures, machinery and/or tooling.
• Congduct kaizen activities to analyze work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, and design layout of equipment for maximum efficiency of cell manufacturing.
• Develop and implement lean strategies, which drive teams and projects, identify and eliminate waste, concentrate on set up reduction, and implement solutions while tracking and communicating results.
• Recognize and plan the use of appropriate tools, machines and fixtures, implement processes and follow up the results of the process.
• Provide detailed manufacturing documentation including tool and fixture drawings, definition of setup, and operational procedures.
• Test ability of machines to perform designated tasks.
• Confer with establishment personnel to implement operating procedures and resolve system malfunctions.
• Provide periodic reports, maintain required records and files consistent with ISO standards.

Qualifications

• Displays original thinking and creativity;
• Mets challenges with resourcefulness;
• generates suggestions for improving work;
• develops innovative approaches and ideas;
• Develops project plans;
• Communicates changes and progress;
• Completes projects on time and budget;
• Ability to effectively relate and communicate at all levels of the organization;
• Self motivated;
• Undertakes self-development activities;
• Sets increased responsibilities;
• Takes independent actions and calculated risks;
• Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline with three to five years of manufacturing experience.

Experience

• Must have a working knowledge of manufacturing equipment with the ability to develop and implement sound lean manufacturing practices.
• Experience with ProE (or equivalent) and AutoCAD design software.
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows, Word and Excel.
• PLC programming and system integration experience helpful.
• Previous experience in process design and/or modification.
• Experience with fixture design and knowledge of machining practices.
• Previous "Lean" manufacturing experience and exposure to diverse manufacturing processes and materials.