Manufacturing Engineering Technician
Virnig Manufacturing · Fort Madison, IA · 1 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Developing, evaluating, improving and documenting manufacturing processes.
- Audit manufacturing process flows continually for enhancements of safety, quality, delivery and cost reduction.
- Collaborate with management and design engineering regarding product tooling and design to ensure effective production methods can be achieved.
- Develop, coordinate, and implement technical training for employees.
- Design and develop manufacturing processes for enhancements, product changes, new products, and related fixtures and tooling.
- Provide technical support for production to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
- Support company policies and procedures, goals and objectives, Environmental, Health, and Safety regulations, and good manufacturing practices.
- Work overtime as needed.
Requirements
- Engineering experience or education in manufacturing related field or 2 years minimum work experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude.
- Strong working knowledge of production systems.
- Experience in Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Proficiency in CAD software, 3D CAD experience preferred.
- Experience programming/operating CNC equipment, robotics, and/or PLC’s is a plus.
- Leverage manufacturing experience is a plus.
- Knowledge of skid steer and excavator attachments is a plus.
- Willingness to work adjusted schedules as needed to support production.
Skills
- Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with and lead cross-functional teams in resolving issues and developing standard processes.
- Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work: Ability to multitask and work on multiple projects simultaneously while keeping deadlines at the forefront.
- Communicating with Team Members, and Co-Workers: Providing information to team members and co-workers by telephone, in written form, email, virtually, or in person.
- Active Listening: Demonstrates strong listening skills by attentively engaging with others.
- Gathering Information: Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Ability to analyze data and use insights to inform decisions, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
- Communicating with Persons Outside Organization: Representing the organization to vendors and other external sources.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to move about between offices and attend meetings which may include ascending or descending stairs.
- Ability to stand for extended periods on concrete floors.
- Lifting and carrying of materials or equipment weighing up to 75 pounds.
- Hearing and speech ability to communicate effectively in person and over the phone using the English language.
- Ability to use hands and fingers to operate standard office equipment such as a computer keyboard, mouse, telephone, copier, and printer with precision and efficiency.