Manufacturing Engineer II

Position Summary

You will be providing technical support to the Top Level Assembly area in the form of enabling and improving the flow of product through the plant here in Cedar Rapids, IA. This is done by utilizing the disciplines of industrial and mechanical engineering while pushing for continuous improvements. This role will provide technical guidance and leadership to the Top Level group for processes and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for technical problem definition and solution in manufacturing environment.
• Interfaces with design engineering on incorporating changes to the designs which improve manufacturability.
• Determines the most efficient sequence of operations and work flow, and establishes methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel.
• Conducts studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control through the application of Lean principles.
• Design and develop fixtures, jigs and aids using 3D modelling technology.
• Maintain awareness of the technological state-of-the-art and of the Company's competitive position in the micro electronics areas.
• Understands and considers how facility design and layout for manufacturing processes and equipment affect economic factors, process flow, operator efficiency and comfort in performance of job duties.
• Capacity and capability analysis for the area by implementing time and motion studies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Industrial Tech or equivalent
• 2+ years works in a manufacturing environment supporting safety, quality, cost and delivery.
• Experience with managing projects related to continuous improvements, capital investments and product line moves.
• Demonstrated ability in using 3D modelling skills to create solutions such as fixtures, jigs and manufacturing aids.

Preferred

• Experience with the aerospace and defense industry (AS9100 standards).
• Experience with conformal coating, torque tools, and soldering equipment.
• Experience with lean manufacturing methodologies (Green Belt Certification is a plus).
• Experience with New Production Introduction (NPI) and evaluation of new designs for DFM.
• Experience with executing rate changes and plant layout initiatives.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $68,700 - $116,800

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings accounts
• A 401(k) savings plan
• Disability coverage
• Life and accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal plan
• Other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
• Leave programs including paid time off, paid holidays, and other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
• Recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
• Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.