Manufacturing Engineer

Description

Process Improvement:

o Analyze, develop, and enhance manufacturing processes to improve product quality, reduce waste, and optimize productivity.

o Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies to streamline production operations.

o Drive implementation of capital projects. (ROI)

Equipment and Tooling:

o Select, design, and modify production tools, fixtures, and equipment to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and safe operations.

o Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams to reduce operational downtime.

Quality Control:

o Collaborate with manufacturing and sales to develop and implement standards, inspection protocols, and corrective actions.

o Monitor product quality and process performance, analyzing data to identify and eliminate root causes of defects to maintain product quality.

o Responsible for work progress and to resolve problems to ensure timely completion of projects.

o Evaluate and present recommendations to management for staffing levels, schedules, capacity, performance, and other key performance indicators.

o Prepares and maintains detailed layouts of buildings and equipment.

o Must follow ISO procedures. Create, update, and maintain procedures for processes as required.

Product Development Support:

o Collaborate with design engineering, procurement, and other teams during the development of new products to ensure manufacturability.

o Support prototyping and testing efforts, making adjustments to manufacturing processes as necessary.

o Estimate time cost for manufacturing processes.

o Lead and participate in cross-functional project teams to deliver results on key manufacturing and process development initiatives.

o Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet established performance criteria.

o Prepare and revise CAD drawings to include flat patterns and all dimensions required to fabricate parts.

o Develop CAD drawings of piece parts, weldments, and entire machines using electronic layouts, prints, drawings, and other sources.

o Review processes and procedures in the context of preserving and improving employee safety.

o Evaluate and recommend the pricing proposals utilizing the best available information.

o Performs research, design, and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods, and production equipment.

o Consult with customers and manage new product development; including timeline.

o Develop quality control plans to ensure part conformity.

o Support quality engineers with programming of CNC equipment to support new product introduction.

Safety Compliance:

o Enforce safety standards and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies within all manufacturing operations.

o Proactively identify potential safety hazards and lead initiatives to eliminate risks.

Documentation:

o Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of processes, standards, and equipment modifications.

o Train production personnel in new processes and updated procedures.

o Write and implement work instructions, processes and procedures for production floor and the department.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering, Process improvement, Lean manufacturing

Top Skills Details

Manufacturing engineering

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering,

o Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, mechanical systems, and materials.

o Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.) and ERP/MRP/CRM systems.

o 3D Printing

o Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies is preferred.

o Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.

o Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset.

o Strong presentation skills.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level