Manufacturing Engineer I

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Manufacturing Engineer I

Puck | Built to Lead.

Location:Manning, IADepartment:EngineeringEmployment Type:Full- TimeSchedule:Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Who We Are

At Puck, we are Built to Lead. We are a dynamic manufacturing company committed to delivering high-quality products and fostering a team environment where every member plays a critical role in our success. If you are a technically minded, hands-on engineer who thrives in a production environment and is passionate about continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Manufacturing Engineer I, you will work under the guidance of senior manufacturing engineers and the Manufacturing Engineering Manager to support both engineering and the production shop floor identifying and executing continuous improvement activities and providing support for product and process development.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Applying working knowledge of manufacturing operations, material consumption and movement, and manufacturing methods to craft precise and accurate methods of manufacturing
• Ensuring product quality by developing testing and assurance methods and defining them within the ERP bill of operations
• Documenting, designing, developing, and implementing or recommending production tooling and machinery to support manufacturing efficiency improvements or new production processes
• Providing detailed review and costing of manufacturing requirements as assigned to project efforts and requests
• Documenting, reviewing, and completing EWRs and ECOs through the manufacturing engineering process as assigned
• Creating, loading, updating, and facilitating MOM/BOM updates in Kinetic derived from ECOs or document markups, either directly or through CADlink
• Assisting product design in the creation and facilitation of the First Article process including documentation and processing
• Engaging project engineering to ensure products have detailed test plans that align with quality and performance requirements for production
• Reviewing, creating, and updating production work instructions and supporting documentation
• Participating in production and engineering departmental studies and process improvements
• Frequently reviewing assigned manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for enhanced OEE
• Documenting and participating in implementation of continuous improvement opportunities related to safety, quality, service, cost, and efficiency

What We're Looking For

Competencies:

• Problem solving and critical thinking
• CAD modeling software, specifically SolidWorks
• Solid understanding of engineering standards
• Foundational knowledge of machinery assembly, coating, welding, and CNC manufacturing processes
• Microsoft O365
• Lean Six Sigma
  

Required Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED or higher
• Minimum 3 years of related manufacturing experience
  

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Associate's degree or higher in engineering or a related science
• Minimum 2 years of manufacturing engineering experience
• Minimum Yellow Belt level certification in Lean Six Sigma
  

Physical Requirements

This is a primarily office-based role with regular time in production areas and the warehouse. Team members must be able to:

• Stand, walk, sit, and alternate positions throughout the day
• Reach, push, pull, and stay in position as needed
• Lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment

This role operates in a professional office setting with an individual workspace. Team members frequently work in production areas and the warehouse.

Travel

Travel may be necessary on a planned basis to other Puck manufacturing locations.

Relocation
At this time, relocation assistance is not available for this position. We encourage candidates within a commutable distance of Manning, IA or those willing to relocate independently to apply.

What Puck Offers You

We believe our team members deserve a benefits package as strong as the products we build. Full-time team members are eligible for benefits beginning the first of the month following 60 days of employment.

Health & Wellness

• Medical insurance through Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield choice of $2,000 PPO or High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
• Employee-only medical premium starting at $120/month
• Free Doctor on Demand virtual visits (covered at 100% on both plans)
• Dental insurance through Delta Dental of Iowa
• Vision insurance through Delta Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) eligible with HDHP enrollment
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Care, Limited Purpose, and Dependent Care options

Financial Protection

• Company-paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance (1x annual earnings up to $50,000)
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability replaces up to 60% of income (up to $1,500/week)
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability replaces up to 60% of income (up to $7,500/month)
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance through Mutual of Omaha
• 401(k) retirement plan

Support & Well-Being

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Mutual of Omaha free, confidential support for emotional, legal, financial, and personal well-being available 24/7/365

Equal Employment Opportunity

Puck provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. Puck complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Puck expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

Ready to Join the Team?

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Puck | Built to Lead.