Manufacturing Engineer - MN

About the role

This position drives product development and optimizes production lines. The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing and optimizing manufacturing processes in an injection molding and assembly environment for ongoing contract manufacturing. Focuses on troubleshooting, improving processes, creating poka-yokes and ensuring projects meet established standards while enhancing overall efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Establish project outline(s) PO to Production ready timelines.
• Project updates, complete management of all assigned projects; start to finish.
• Assist with process design, equipment procurement, and installation projects.
• Establish and optimize manufacturing processes related to assemblies and/or Post Mold Operations.
• Lead engineering initiatives aimed at NPD, cost reduction, cycle reduction, improvements in quality and safety.
• Lead lean six sigma projects targeting cost reduction, cycle/labor productivity improvements.
• Training production technicians in new and existing manufacturing methods.
• Collaborate with other Seaway divisions to ensure alignment with corporate direction, strengthen cross-functional collaboration, and maintain consistent processes.
• Ensures all projects and processes are in accordance with Seaway’s goals and objectives.
• Estimating costs, production timelines, and staffing requirements for designs and processes.
• Aligning engineering, supply chain, sales, and operations for a smooth transition from NPD to Production.
• Designing and improving manufacturing processes, equipment, and automation to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure product quality; DFMA involvement and documentation.
• Conducting testing, establishing standards, and confirming manufacturing processes; OQ and PQ participation.
• Design fixtures and automation systems while considering project constraints related to cost and time. Provide alternatives, work with equipment vendors, and present ROI documentation.
• Initiating and documenting work-instructions, SOPs, and all related training guidelines to ensure a successful handoff to operations.
• Conduct and document training on established procedures and processes with production technicians and operators.
• Accomplishes strategic objectives by managing and maintaining multiple project activities.