Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

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TITLE: Manufacturing Engineer

DEPARTMENT: Exhaust Engineering

REPORTS TO: Production Manager

LOCATION: La Crosse, WI

JOB SUMMARY: Join the team that designs and manufactures industry-leading performance exhaust systems for V-Twin motorcycles. As a Manufacturing Engineer with S&S Cycle's Exhaust Business Unit, you will play a key role in improving manufacturing processes, increasing production efficiency, and supporting the launch of innovative new products. Working closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams, you'll develop manufacturing solutions that enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost while helping deliver the ultimate customer experience in the powersports industry through proven performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges, driving continuous improvement, and seeing their ideas come to life on the production floor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop documented work standards and instructions for manufacturing processes

• Lead the implementation of new processes for quality and efficiency gains 

• Champion cost savings initiatives in assigned areas.  This includes researching, proposing, implementing and documenting current vs. proposed method

• Thoroughly understand and adhere to both department and company wide goals, objectives, and strategy 

• Monitor and update manufacturing processes using tools such as SPC monitoring, machine cycle time monitoring, manual time studies and value stream mapping

• Assist in the design of tools and fixtures with the Tool Room and NC Programming Department

• Design automated solutions to replace manual systems 

• Design cell layouts and maintain plant layout for optimum product flow

• Assist and advise in the selection of new machines

• Design jobs and processes that are ergonomically sound and safe

• Work with manufacturing and engineering departments on successful new product introductions including design for manufacturing, BOM creation and documenting standard work

• Assist in the quotation of prospective external work and new products by accurately estimating standard costs

• Use analytical tools to assist in, and support any make vs  buy decisions

• Establish and maintain credibility throughout the organization as an effective developer of solutions 

• Present and maintain positive morale amongst employees

QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S. Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering or related field of study

• 3+ years’ experience working in manufacturing

• Flexible, energetic, forward-thinking, and creative with high moral and ethical standards

• High analytical ability, good judgment, and strong operational focus

• Well organized and self-directed

• Able to relate to people at all levels of the organization in a positive fashion

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Working knowledge of computer applications including MS Office, and ERP Systems

• Knowledge and understanding of internal combustion engines, robotics/automation system solution development, and setup and programming knowledge

• Must be able to read and interpret blueprint and GD&T

• In-depth knowledge and experience within CAD systems

• Lean Certification and/or project management experience a plus

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Will be required to perform job duties outside of the typical office setting in a production environment as well as in an office

• While performing duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and forklift traffic

• The noise level is moderate, and some production areas may require hearing protection in accordance with OSHA requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to manipulate objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms above shoulders, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch

• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception

• Must comply with safety and PPE standards, including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety toed shoes

• Approximately 10% travel; primarily local during the business day with some overnight or out of the area travel expected

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.