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Manufacturing Process Engineer_Sumter, SC_Full-Time(FTE)_Direct Hire

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Position Title: Manufacturing Process Engineer
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Sumter, SC
Base Salary: $85,000 to $90,000 + Best-in-class benefits
Industry: Medical Equipment / Devices
Job Category: Engineering - Industrial / Manufacturing

Job Description: 
Job summary:
* Reports to the Technical Leader.
* Responsible for the lineside support projects and process improvement activities toward attainment of departmental and plant goals specifically supporting a production line. 
* Must be able to use data driven decisions to drive improvements and show effectiveness.
* Primary focus in areas of capacity expansion through existing process optimization, quality/waste improvement and cost improvement activities.
* Required to balance multiple assignments of varying scope and complexity interacting with several levels of cross-functional teams.

Essential functions:
* Responsible for the design and implementation of machine improvements.
* Assist Project engineers with design feedback and installation assistance for capital projects
* Proficient in mechanical design and troubleshooting.
* Familiar with and able to teach maintenance principles and techniques.
* Guides staff in troubleshooting and upkeep of cam driven equipment, that integrate pneumatic, servo and PLC driven equipment/sensors.
* Supports the plant manufacturing effort, with proven ability to identify problems and pursue plans toward their resolution in a FAST-PACED environment.
* Has knowledge of common Engineering industry practices, equipment repair and cultivating vendor relationships.
* Coordinates activities between equipment vendors, Division R & D, and plant functional departments.
* Manage multiple projects of small to large scope projects requiring extensive coordination to meet Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost objectives.
* Prepares and submits capital appropriation requests and controls expenditures for small scale improvements.
* Knowledgeable about established safety standards and collaborates with EHS staff to update and maintain a safe work environment.
* Helps facilitate and coordinate strategic PM activities that align with data driven troubleshooting.
* Recommends vendors for commercial items and materials needed for projects, cost savings, and reliability
* Determines which elements of a job are suitable for in-house fabrication or revision and which items should be contracted. Secures quotations and selects contractors, directing their efforts to satisfactory completion of the necessary work.
* Recommends and implements capital equipment or process modifications, including physical installation, debugging, and training of production personnel.
* Responsible for all associated documentation updates and implementation including: validations, Operations Procedures, Preventive Maintenance schedules, Engineering Change Notifications, and Bill of Materials.
* Develops a firm understanding of all equipment to include setup, adjustment, and assessment of possible improvements.
* Attains budgeted cost reductions and efficiency gains.
* Accountable for spending within approved limits on programs within the department.
* Help guide, mentor and develop technical staff to ensure continuous improvement
* MUST have the ability to modify, redesign, and create technical drawings of tooling and fixtures.
* Required to advanced capability ability to use Microsoft Suite products (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, etc)
* Required to have experience and expertise in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc. Other CAD experience is acceptable but SolidWorks, AutoCAD preferred
* Must have the ability to present, convey content and garner understanding publicly to a nontechnical audience. (Example: Project report outs, Technical Trainings, Safety Stand downs, etc.)

Additional responsibilities:
* Performs other duties as required.
* Spend more than 70% of your time on the floor supporting troubleshooting, maintenance and improvement projects.
* Directs the efforts of support personnel in the modification, adjustment, removal, and installation of equipment.
* May provide functional supervision of other Engineers toward attainment of assignments.

Education:
* Preferred Bachelor's or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering. Will consider length of experience in lieu of Degree.

Experience:

* All levels of experience shall be considered, compensation to align with experience.

***$5,000 Sign On Bonus with additional $5,000 Sign On Bonus 6 months after start date!***

*For additional details regarding submission eligibility and payment terms, please refer to your contract. Only submissions from agencies with current service contracts in place will be considered.

Compensation:
*Full-time
*Benefits - Full
*Relocation Assistance Available - Possible for ideal candidate
*Interview Travel Reimbursed - Yes

Candidate Details:
*2+ to 5 years experience
*Seniority Level - Associate
*Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree
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Screening Questions:

# Total experience:
# How many years of experience do you have as a Manufacturing Engineer or Process Engineer in a manufacturing environment?
# How many years of hands-on experience do you have using SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD for designing or modifying tooling, fixtures, machine parts, and production equipment?
# How many years have you worked on troubleshooting and improving automated manufacturing equipment involving PLC, servo systems, pneumatic systems, sensors, and cam-driven machinery?
# How many years of experience do you have leading process improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, OEE, Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, waste reduction, or cost-saving initiatives?
# How many years of experience do you have implementing equipment modifications or capital projects, including documentation such as ECN, BOM, Preventive Maintenance, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), SOPs, or engineering documentation?
# What is the reason for seeking change from your current role?
# What is your annual base salary expectations (USD)?
# Are you open for Sumter, SC (Onsite):
# Current Location, State with zip code:
# Are you authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship?
# Work authorization for working in USA (USC / GC):