Manufacturing Specialist

About the role

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate quality control processes and make recommendations for improvements in quality control.
• Analyze and plan workflow, equipment placement and space requirements to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Affirms product and process quality by designing testing methods.
• Keeps equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services.
• Development of process documentation, including SOP’s, process routings, PFMEAs, process flow diagrams, and error proofing plans.
• Lead the tryout and evaluation of new machinery, tooling, and equipment.
• Development of cost estimates for new and major programs, often working from early concept cross sections, concept drawings, concurrent engineering discussions, and evolving assumptions.
• Experience with statistical qualification of machinery, equipment, and gages, and the ability to improve and document our methods for completing these tasks.
• Develop and standardize processes and parameters; implement new ideas to improve safety, quality, cost and productivity, including PSO and launch.
• Provide technical direction; specify, quote, source, purchase and lead in the installation of new equipment and processes.
• Initiate cost-savings ideas and projects through efficient engineering practices.
• Train manufacturing personnel as necessary on the use and maintenance of new equipment and processes; assist in the de-bugging of new equipment and troubleshoot problems with existing equipment; interact with team members to optimize processes and improve work station design.
• Support new program launches; monitor daily quality and productivity results, and react to problems as they occur.
• Ability to assess safety, quality, and delivery problems on the shop floor and implement solutions.
• Support lean scheduling project which focuses on lean line design, standard work, Kanban, and material delivery.
• Plan and implement manufacturing cost-reduction opportunities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Minimum of 2+ years' experience in a manufacturing engineering discipline.
• 1+ years knowledge of CNC programming.

Core Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Takes initiative.
• Ability to lead and work independently.
• Strong safety, quality, and teamwork orientation with track record of dependability.
• Computer literate with experience of Microsoft office.
• Willing to work all shifts including nightshift as needed.

Preferences

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant technological knowledge.
• Fluent in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Fluent in lean manufacturing concepts.
• Experience with lean principles such as lean line design and Kanban pull systems.
• Experience in manufacturing environment with machining, and assembly.

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering discipline or combination of education and experience.

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

This position will be based in Connersville, Indiana with minimal travel required.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package including health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, wellness programs, life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and employee stock grants.