MANUFACTURING ENGINEER II

Position Details Req ID req2171 Job Title MANUFACTURING ENGINEER II Division Repair Shift First Shift Job Summary Job SummaryApplies advanced knowledge of principles, theories and concepts and industry standards and practices to the planning, coordination and improvement of the production processes.Essential Functions & Key ResponsibilitiesDevelops solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity in the planning, scheduling and manufacturing engineering fields that require judgment and ingenuity. Performs work under general management direction.Supports production with process improvement activities, improved hand, jig and fixture tooling, process improvement and reduction of paperwork requirements. Functions as the manufacturing project manager for all assigned areas and provides technical leadership to others as required.Participates in the lean rapid improvement events and makes individual contributions to lean manufacturing efforts focusing on reducing time and material waste from the processes. Follows up on assigned actions.Reviews and evaluates special product requests from customer for conformance to engineering principles, customer requirements, quality standards, and specifications. Coordinates the design to meet customer requirements and discusses proposal with customer representatives, engineers, and other personnel.Confers with management in planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods. May provide tooling specifications and designs as required.Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.Estimates production time, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions. Evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods.Recommends methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, relocating workstations and equipment, and purchase of equipment.Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.Performs other duties as required. These duties may include assignments in job classifications and departments other than the primary assignment. Minimum Qualifications Education RequirementsMinimum 4 Year / Bachelors Degree. In an appropriate discipline.If applicable, a combination of experience and training may be substituted for the education requirement.Experience Requirements3-6 year(s) Related experience and/or training. Skills and CompetenciesMust be able to read and write the English language, perform basic mathematical calculations and learn to interpret and comprehend company policies, procedures, safety instructions, and other like documents used in an aerospace manufacturing environment.Operates standard office equipment and demonstrates competence in the use of standard software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.Makes telephone and direct personal contact with internal and external personnel and makes formal presentations to small or large groups. Physical Requirements Physical RequirementsMust be able to work in excess of eight (8) hours per day and five (5) days per week, if required. Additionally, those who work at NORDAM Repair Division must be able to ascend and descend stairs.Demand - FrequencyWalk - FrequentUse hands to handle or feel or manipulate - FrequentReach with hands and arms - FrequentStoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl - OccasionalTalk and hear - FrequentUse close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust - ConstantTravel between facilities (drive) - OccasionalStand - OccasionalClimb Stairs - OccasionalWeight - Frequency25 pounds - Occasional Work Environment Work EnvironmentWhile performing the duties of this job, the Stakeholder is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Supervision SupervisionWorks under very general supervision.Sound judgment, completeness and accuracy are expected.Exercises some latitude in determining activities and approaches to completing assignments. EEO Statement The NORDAM Group LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.