Manufacturing Engineering Technician P1

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About the role

In this role, you will help coordinate and organize production process methods and engineering activities that enable production. This includes sustaining engineering, new product launch processes and continuous improvement activities. The position is responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining production processes to drive quality and efficiency and to develop manufacturing plans which improve operations competitiveness.

The work is on-site (5 days) in Grand Rapids, MI.

Responsibilities

• Develop and define concepts and manufacturing processes for, and as an integral part of, all new product introductions and product enhancement programs, using advanced engineering techniques such as DFM / DFA (Design for Manufacturability and Assembly), FMEA, 3P (Production, Preparation Process), 7-Ways, and Lean Six Sigma Methodology
• Assume responsibility for Capital planning, CER creations and Approvals, Capital Project Timing and Implementation, Capital Spending and Budgeting
• Assume responsibility for Plant VA/VE Savings
• Ensure all equipment meets OSHA compliant safety regulations
• Drive engineering principles and discipline through mentoring, training and project reviews including: PFMEA, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Dynamic Control Plans (DCP), Lean Tools, Project Management and Simultaneous Engineering
• Leverage Lean philosophy to troubleshoot production process issues and develop improvements
• Support Lean initiatives, such as: RIEs, JDIs, 9-Step Problem Solving, and/or additional initiatives as required
• Manage, develop and improve manufacturing standards including: machine capability, process maps, set-ups, quality controls, tooling and fixture records, routings and cycle times
• Create manufacturing process routings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalent Degree (GED) and one plus (1+) years relevant work experience
• Experience in engineering a manufacturing environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to interact positively and work in a team environment
• Self-motivated and willing to change priorities as needed
• Willing to participate in continuous learning opportunities for personal and job development
• Experience with CAD processes preferred
• Familiar with utilizing Lean philosophy
• Knowledgeable of and able to utilize computer system (i.e., Email, Internet, Microsoft Word Suite, MRP)
• Ability to quickly assess manufacturing issues related to design and tolerancing
• Knowledge of basic design and manufacturing datum development and its effect in manufacturing processes
• Experienced in using Apriso, Windchill, and MDP to support manufacturing and product data processes

Pay

Hourly base pay range: $24.78. Compensation is tailored to a variety of factors including seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation.

This is a safety-sensitive role that may require additional drug screening.

Benefits

Benefits kick in on day one for you and your family, including:

• Health insurance and holistic wellness programs with generous incentives
• Family building benefits including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution (total up to 8% company contribution)
• Paid time off including 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support

Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.