MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

About the position

This position with plan, direct and coordinate manufacturing processes within an aluminum fabrication plant.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular Safety Risk Observations to support proper work culture assessment of workers and use of Equipment during work activities.
• Perform Engineer Audits of established labor, quality and safety standards to ensure compliance to SOP & Procedures, effect immediately corrections upon finding deviations.
• Support CNC activities including: writing programs and testing programs as well as have an in depth knowledge of machine operation.
• Actively Lead and support Continuous Improvement activities of TPM Pillar team activities.
• Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods.
• Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Corresponds with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Communicates with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Assists Product Development in the review of process capability in respect to layout and equipment constraints.
• Corresponds with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• Provides leaders with project status updates, feedback, and appropriate reporting on key process focused objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Discipline
• 2+ years’ experience in an Engineering role within a Manufacturing Environment (preferred)
• Proficient in AutoCAD (required)
• Demonstrated knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma.
• Proficient in CNC programming (preferred)
• Experience in Process Mapping and Time Studies a plus.
• Strong mathematical skills
• Ability to read/interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Strong problem solving and analytic skills (e.g. can conduct root cause analysis, make recommendations, and track results)
• Strong written, oral, communication and presentation skills required (including comfort with Excel and PowerPoint) across many levels within the organization.
• A sense of urgency to act and area ownership is required.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities, performs other duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Training and advancement opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package designed to provide security for employees