Job Posting: Manufacturing Engineer

Position Overview:

Are you an innovative and results-oriented engineer with a passion for driving manufacturing process excellence? We have an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to contribute to the development, improvement, and optimization of manufacturing processes that align with safety, product quality, delivery timelines, and cost-effectiveness.

Essential Functions:

In this role, you will be responsible for the following key functions:

30% - Continuous Improvement:

• Engineer and enhance safety controls and ergonomic aspects of manufacturing processes.
• Develop strategies for advancing product quality through proactive process controls.
• Create and implement product control plans.
• Innovate new and improved manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, capacity, and cost-effectiveness.

30% - Production Support:

• Conduct time and method studies to identify opportunities for productivity enhancement.
• Collaborate with Value Stream Managers to identify improvement areas.
• Respond to production team requests for process expertise.
• Foster effective relationships across the plant.
• Communicate project and improvement statuses.

20% - Cost Reduction:

• Identify and implement facility and manufacturing improvements.
• Understand manufacturing costs and their impact on financial performance.
• Pursue opportunities for cost reduction in material, labor, and overhead.
• Manage product and process improvements through established processes.

10% - Customer Service Support:

• Address customer inquiries related to product features, installation, and quality.
• Provide feasibility assessments and cost analysis for tailored solutions.
• Offer on-site expertise for customer installations.

10% - Design and Marketing Support:

• Conduct make versus buy analysis and manufacturing cost evaluations for new products.
• Analyze product gross margins and address unfavorable trends.
• Develop product co-matrices for manufacturing data integration.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, preferably with a focus on manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical disciplines.

Experience:

• Minimum of one year of experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Mechanical aptitude.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to handle stress and manage multiple projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective relationship-building.

Other Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
• Regular attendance and interaction with others.

Working Conditions:

Travel:

• Up to 5% domestic travel.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to sit for extended periods.

Work Environment:

• Combination of office and manufacturing environment.