Manufacturing Methods Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

 

 

 

 

 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

 

TITLE

Manufacturing Engineer

 

JOB #

 

JD-089

 

DATE

 

November 21, 2024

 

FLSA

 

Non-Exempt

 

LOCATION

 

Lake Bluff

 

REPORTS TO

 

Manager Engineering and Technical Services

 

P O S ITION SUMMARY

 

The Manufacturing Engineer position supports the manufacturing of adhesive and abrasive coating operations at Jessup Manufacturing Company. This is achieved by optimizing cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards, recommending.

and implementing improvements to production processes, methods, and controls; coordinating manufacturing launch for new or revised products and equipment; Leads the specification, vendor qualification and implementation of new equipment and processes. The effectiveness of this position will be measured by the performance improvement from the baseline cost, efficiency or utilization of the project completed.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Improves new and existing manufacturing processes for cost reduction, quality, or efficiency. This is achieved by, planning workflow, applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, equipment,

layout and materials; soliciting input from operators, equipment suppliers and industry experts.

 

• Coordinates between production teams the manufacturing launch of new/revised processes and equipment including project management, establishing goals, monitoring effectiveness.

• Completes design and development projects by documenting ISO compliant work instructions, training, and guiding technicians.

• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal

networks; participating in professional societies.

• Performs other duties as assigned by department supervisor

 

• Maintain technical data logs relating to manufacturing processes

 

• Leverages engineering techniques aid in trouble shooting product quality for trail and non-trail products. 

 

 

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E DUCATION & EXPERIENCE

 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent

• 5+ years’ Engineering experience in product manufacturing environment

• Proficient in the implementation of LEAN and Kaizen principles

• Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills

• History of progressive responsibility

• Proficient with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office programs

• Experience with CAD programs a plus

 

S KILLS

 

• Technical Capacity in manufacturing

 

• Web Handling

• Coatings

 

• Converting

• Effective Project Management

 

• Problem Solving/Analysis

• Experimental discipline

 

• Leadership

• Communication Proficiency

 

• Knowledge of ISO9001 QMS