Manufacturing Engineer

Lean Manufacturing EngineerDevelop, plan, and implement continuous improvements in a manufacturing environment that yield a competitive advantage. Implement and support the broad range of lean manufacturing concepts applicable in a discrete manufacturing environment. Create and maintain metrics that promote root cause identification and corrective action.Duties And ResponsibilitiesImplement & support lean manufacturing (develop cell layout and design based upon projected customer demand, incorporate safety and ergonomic factors, electronic data presentation and tracking, progressive quality checks, linearity, etc.)Champion continuous improvement efforts associated with various manufacturing processesUtilize data to perform root cause identification and implement root cause corrective actions.Participate in cross-functional teams to improve lead times, reduce product cost, analyze and reduce costs of nonconformance, evaluate new products and/or product enhancements, etc.Create and/or maintain manufacturing documentation such as Operational Method Sheets, Work Instructions, Shop Routers, Set up sheets, and Product Data Sheets for various manufacturing areasEnsure that projects are executed to achieve cost and completion goals.Required Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesBS/MS degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering PreferredBS/MS degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering will be consideredMinimum of 5 years' experience preferredInnovative problem solver who is an action-oriented self-starterWorking Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing TechniquesExperience in establishing and managing KPI'sCapital project development and project management experienceVisual Shop Floor Management experienceMicrosoft Office proficiencyExposure to Time/Methods Study TechniquesStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skillsStrong interpersonal and communication skillsKnowledge & experience in DraftSight and/or SolidWorks software a plusExperience working in a union environment a plusThe pay range for this role is $78,451.34 - $117,732.17 per year.