Manufacturing Technology Engineer I

About the role

The Manufacturing Technology Engineer I role is responsible for partnering with various departments to gather technical proposals, design and develop complex Manufacturing Technology projects, primarily supporting manufacturing line processes.

Responsibilities

• Design, modify and deploy Manufacturing Technology Solutions through various software across multiple sites.
• Specify hardware requirements and assist in the design of software systems dedicated to capturing process information such as OEE, FPY, Scrap, Rework, productivity, downtime analysis, and predictive maintenance.
• Create dashboards and reports that present production data to plant staff and management.
• Perform data analysis using software tools to model and develop new understanding of manufacturing opportunities.
• Develop business logic when certain events are detected in operations to minimize the cost impact of the events.
• Work with internal stakeholders to identify their requirements and develop innovative solutions that meet and exceed these needs.
• Create and organize documentation on all MT solutions to facilitate knowledge transfer to Niagara manufacturing sites.
• Investigate equipment failures and difficult to diagnose faulty operations, and make recommendations to engineers, suppliers and customers.
• Proactively engage with customers in order to define the overall technical approach for Manufacturing Technology solutions.
• Maintain technical skills and knowledge and keep them continuously updated.
• Absorb and implement changes to the manufacturing process.
• Assist in the development of Asset Management Systems and Computerized Maintenance Management systems.
• Proactively report on project progress against schedule.
• Participate in strategic and tactical planning sessions.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the role.
• Minimum 2 years of experience managing people/projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Preferred master's degree in manufacturing, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong exposure to Manufacturing Technologies including MES, LMS, CMMS, automated data collection, visualization, quality, efficiency in manufacturing, automated decision control, workflow, database applications, scheduling, and interface to ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, Oracle Business Systems, Efficiency Improvement Analysis Applications, New System Implementation & Administration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with a proven record of taking the initiative.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce.

Skills

• Manufacturing Technologies including MES, LMS, CMMS, automated data collection, visualization, quality, efficiency in manufacturing, automated decision control, workflow, database applications, scheduling, and interface to ERP systems.
• Microsoft Office Applications – Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Projects, Visio, etc.
• Oracle Business Systems
• New System Implementation & Administration

Benefits

• Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
• Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
• Medical, including virtual care options.
• Dental.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Health Savings Account with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members.
• Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements.
• Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan.
• Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities.