Stamping Manufacturing Engineer - Berea, KY

Essential Duties

• Repair machine and equipment defects
• Determine what equipment, materials, tooling, and methods of manufacturing are needed to meet customer demand
• Develop tooling layouts for stamping dies
• Troubleshoot stamping dies and presses to determine root cause of failures
• Work directly with the tooling engineer and quality department to develop new and more efficient dies to replace aging tooling
• Develops drawings and other engineering documentation to improve manufacturing processes and product quality
• Provides technical support for cost-saving projects
• Develops standardized work instruction, setup procedures and supporting documentation
• Comply with all environmentally safe practices and regulations
• Reads all SDS’s and possesses thorough knowledge of all oil and chemical labeling and storage requirements
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or 3 years of relevant experience
• 3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering with an emphasis in die stamping/die design
• Familiarity with manufacturing designs or schematics
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Knowledge of Stamping Machines and Dies i.e., Progressive, Tandem, Transfer Presses
• Use of new technology and ability to improve processes and troubleshoot issues
• Machine/tool improvements for Safety, operator efficiency, part quality
• Maintain schedule and budget for new tools
• Work with other engineers in the group to improve machine/tool reliability and safety
• Ensure that machines will produce parts to meet customer demands in cost, quality, and quantity
• Coincide with die improvements and design changes
• Coordinate die trials and develop countermeasures
• Aid maintenance in trouble shooting
• Work with problem solving team to meet customer demands
• Aid in standardizing work methods for technicians
• Improve first run capability and reduce downtime
• Working knowledge of production and quality control procedures used in a manufacturing environment
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Reads blueprints
• Uses computer software (MS Office): Excel, Word; PowerPoint
• Tool design and process development
• Experience in CAD programs, Autodesk Inventor preferred
• Experience on the following machines: Grinder/ Lathe/ Overhead Crane/ Various precision measuring devices