Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

We are looking for a qualified manufacturing engineer to join our team. This is an opportunity to expand your knowledge in product development in a hands-on environment.

Required Skills:

• Team Player
• Lean Six Sigma
• Ability to read and interpret drawing requirements and specifications
• Experience designing and specifying manufacturing tools and fixtures

Job Duties:

The manufacturing engineer will support the identification and implementation of process improvements and cost reductions using accepted industrial engineering and lean manufacturing methodologies. In addition, the manufacturing engineer will also support various projects related to new and redesigned product launches. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering and with experience in:

• Design special assembly tools, fixtures, and equipment to be used for the assembly processes
• Develop detailed drawings with tolerances and proper material call out for assembling tools, fixtures, and equipment.
• Designing new systems and processes for the introduction of new products or the improvement of existing ones.
• Develop new manufacturing processes, including layouts, PFD, PFMEA, CP, work instructions, and training materials.
• Keeps equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special service.
• Plan utilization of facilities, equipment, materials, and personnel to improve the efficiency of operations.
• Analyze workforce utilization, facility layout, and operational data such as production costs, process flow diagrams, and production schedules to determine efficient utilization of workers and equipment.
• Recommend 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.
• Troubleshoot daily manufacturing issues.

Job Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field from a four-year college or university; plus four or more years of relevant experience in a high volume manufacturing environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to read and interpret drawing requirements and specifications.

• Experience designing and specifying manufacturing tools and fixtures.

• MS Office software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).

• Extensive 3D CAD design experience.

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing methodologies and principles including formal training and experience implementing lean strategies to improve process flow and reduce cost is preferred.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Process development and authoring experience e.g. Standardized Work Combination Tables (SWCT), work instructions, Yamazumi/stack up charts, etc.

• Manufacturing/assembly automation experience.

• Experience in SolidWorks, AutoCAD and Draftsight.

• Interests/Hobbies that align with the role.