Manufacturing Engineer

SWEP, A Dover Company, ensures efficient heat transfer where less means more. Since 1983, millions of our innovative brazed plate heat exchangers have been integrated into HVACR and industrial applications worldwide, enhancing the quality of life for billions of people.

Our expertise in sustainable energy use has grown SWEP into a global company with more than 1,100 employees, five production sites and a presence in 50 countries. As part of Dover Corporation, we help redefine what is possible within the Climate & Sustainability Technologies segment. Make a difference. Visit swepgroup.com.

Based in Downers Grove, IL, Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of approximately $8 billion.

Job Summary

Own process improvement initiatives while leading strategic projects to achieve cost savings, safety, quality, and OTD objectives. Use data and analytical critical thinking skills while communicating within global and local cross functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify and run process improvement and equipment projects based on cost savings objectives.
• Define, create, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and assist in the creation of training programs, PM schedules, and other LEAN based systems.
• Represent Tulsa in Global Process Development Group where best practices, standards, and innovative technologies are discussed.
• Lead product transfer and New Product Development (NPD) projects for Tulsa
• Lead major equipment installation projects as needed.
• Manage customizing requests from Sales, approving/rejecting based on strategic goals and cost benefit.
• Manage risk analysis, control plans, and process FMEA.
• Function as a liaison with Design department, with ability to do some design work as needed.
• Root cause analysis on production, quality, and safety issues as they arise.
• Run daily production meetings with teams as needed.
• Training and continual learning on manufacturing practices, leadership, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to travel internationally.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.
• Follow all safety rules, procedures, and instructions.
• Use PPE and safety equipment as required.
• Report unsafe conditions, equipment, or practices to supervisors immediately.
• Participate in safety training and drills.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace to minimize hazards.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• Minimum of 3 years' work experience in manufacturing or related job function

Skills and Competencies

• Proven leadership experience and capability.
• Written and verbal communication in a clear and concise manner across all levels in the organization
• Good team spirit and well-developed people skills.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and provide solutions/conclusions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, internet, AutoCAD, and email.
• Ability to self-motivate and possess independent problem solving.
• Positive attitude and committed to achieving business excellence.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than the whole hand as in handling.
• Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations sound.
• Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

Work Environment

• Inside office, cubicle, or workstation with minimal noise.
• Temperature controlled environment.

Additional Notes

Essential Functions

• The ability to predictably and regularly attend work and to be punctual.
• The ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and/or coworkers.
• The ability to read and understand documents and/or drawings.
• The ability to perform several tasks at once.
• The ability to follow directions or instruction.
• The ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information.
• The ability to travel internationally.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Therefore, the duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change over time during your employment.

Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

This job description is not intended to be used as an employment contract and therefore is not legally binding as an employment contract.

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