Production Engineer

Production EngineerLink-Belt Cranes is a global leader in the design, manufacture and sales of mobile cranes. Founded 150 years ago, with corporate headquarters in Lexington, Kentucky, join an organization that understands its greatest resource is our people and they are what makes the difference. Currently we have a Production Engineer role open on 1st shift.The Production Engineer will provide engineering support for ongoing and new operations. Essential functions of the position include:Uses and promotes Lean Manufacturing methodsDesigns methods and machines for maintaining or increasing production levels while improving production costs, yields, quality and safetyTrains operators in correct process, software, equipment, tooling, and/or fixture useInvestigates and initiates Design Engineering change requests. Participates in design reviews of new products or major revisions to guide Design Engineering towards a best solution. Facilities implementation of design changesDevelops and updates process procedures to ensure that documentation is accurate, clear, and follows Link-Belt standardsTroubleshoots process problems and identifies solutions which reduce downtime and minimizes maintenance costsAssist Manufacturing in troubleshooting problems with manufactured productAnalyzes marketing and economic conditions and relates these factors to future manufacturing requirementsMonitors process equipment to identify potential errors and develops solutions to eliminate the occurrence or reoccurrence of problemsPerforms Project Management as assignedProvides technical information for cost estimating and cost reductionPerforms engineering calculations to validate production related designsGeneral qualifications for this role:Four year college degree in Mechanical EngineeringMinimum of two (2) years' related work experience*Link-Belt Cranes does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies*