Manufacturing Engineer

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer is essential in ensuring robust manufacturing processes and facilitating the scaling of manufacturing processes and equipment. This role is responsible for integrating new and advanced manufacturing equipment seamlessly into the shipyard’s capabilities, supporting the transition from low-rate to high-volume production, and spearheading the adoption of new automated manufacturing assets and software enhancements. Will be required to work aloft (on scaffold or on manlifts) and in confined spaces. On site training is provided.

Technical Knowledge

• Ability to operate or learn how to operate manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to train others on how to use manufacturing equipment.
• Understands manufacturing equipment maintenance requirements and develops a maintenance plan in conjunction with production engineering team.
• Identifies emerging needs on the manufacturing floor.
• Identifies weak/strong spots in manufacturing equipment and personnel and works with production engineering team to increase efficiency.
• Ensures strict adherence to paperwork and requirements for quality and compliance.
• Works directly with software engineering team on buildout of shipyard/production management system.
• Reads, interprets, and follows blueprints and sketches to understand the specifications of a project.

Job Proficiency

• Executes repair of manufacturing equipment.
• Affords assistance in work prioritization and triage during peak production periods to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Supports the shipyard’s transition from low-rate to high-volume production, identifying and implementing necessary changes in processes and infrastructure.
• Onboards new automated manufacturing assets, collaborating with software and production engineering to drive improvements in software products that support production processes.
• Creates manufacturing processes in unstructured areas of our operational system.
• Affords assistance in work prioritization and triage during peak production periods to maintain workflow efficiency.

Culture and Collaboration

• Follows all shipyard safety policies, including proper use of PPE, fire prevention, and confined space protocols.
• Affords assistance in the training and development of other manufacturing engineers, as well as production engineers.
• Collaborates and communicates with welders, metal fitters, pipefitters, electricians, and other trades as required to complete vessel construction or repair and to maintain efficient work flows.
• Works independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced ship production environment.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area.
• Maintains a positive attitude toward customers and represents Saronic professionally.
• Makes a personal commitment and is accountable for HSE results, driving toward the achievement of defined goals.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services.
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care.
• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays.
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents.
• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
• Retail 401(k) plan with company match.
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline.
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office.

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