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Sefar Inc

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Product Design Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Work with operators and equipment for process improvement to meet or exceed production goals. The ... Work with customers, sales, marketing, and/or engineers on product design * Assist manufacturing ...

Nerdy

Product Design Engineer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$120K - $145K/yr

You won't be confined to "product," "design," or "engineering" boxes. You'll do all three. And you ... coding assistants, automation tools). * Portfolio or examples demonstrating strong UX/UI ...

FS-Curtis

Design & Product Engineer II

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

... production area during the launching of a new product, as well as resolving quality issues with ... • Assist in building engineering prototypes and product testing • Work with the sales ...

One Tech

Civil Designer Assistant

Kansas City, MO · On-site

... production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity. Assist with a variety of civil assignments using ...

CivicMinds, Inc.

Design Engineer

Moberly, MO · On-site

Collaborate with cross-functional teams during design, development, validation, and launch activities for successful product launch. * Assist Manufacturing Engineering with other process and assembly ...

Mosby Building Arts

Design Coordinator

Kirkwood, MO

Assistant Design Manager Job Purpose: To support the success of MBA Design Sales Consultants ... Maintain knowledge of products and keep up to date on current construction technology, building ...

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What does a production design assistant do?

A Production Design Assistant supports the production designer and art department in creating the visual look of a film, TV show, or theater production. They help with tasks such as sourcing props, organizing materials, preparing design documents, and coordinating with other departments. Their work ensures that the creative vision of the production designer is executed smoothly and efficiently. This role often involves administrative duties, hands-on support during set builds, and managing schedules or budgets within the art department.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a production design assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Production Design Assistant, you need a solid understanding of design principles, attention to detail, and often a degree in art, design, or a related field. Familiarity with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and basic knowledge of set construction tools are typically required. Strong organizational skills, teamwork, and the ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced environments make someone stand out in this position. These skills are crucial for efficiently supporting the production designer and ensuring the visual aspects of a project are executed smoothly and creatively.

What are some common challenges faced by a production design assistant and how can they be managed effectively?

Production Design Assistants often juggle multiple tasks simultaneously, such as sourcing props, managing budgets, and ensuring timely set preparations. Tight deadlines and fast-paced changes can be challenging, especially during pre-production and filming. To manage these effectively, staying organized, maintaining clear communication with the production designer and other departments, and proactively anticipating needs are crucial. Building strong relationships with vendors and being adaptable to last-minute adjustments can also help ensure smooth workflow and successful project outcomes.

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Product Design Engineer

Sefar Inc

Kansas City, MO • On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

General Scope of Position:

Provide engineering expertise to support new part creation with improved quality, technology,

and production output initiatives. Accountable for the design, fabrication, cost, and supply

aspects associated with designated product lines. Core activities include the following:

working with sales on quoting and designing parts (generating CAD drawings, creating work

instructions, and manufacturing operations), while insuring the customers’ expectations,

labor and material efficiencies are met. Work with operators and equipment for process

improvement to meet or exceed production goals. The position will have direct input on

product manufacturability, process flow, and material utilization.

Travel may be required to facilitate training activities, project work, and customer support. It

is expected that the travel requirements will be less than 10% of the time.


Position Requirements:

A four-year technical degree in an Engineering discipline or Industrial Technology is required.

Strong verbal and written communication skills are mandatory. This position requires use of

CAD, Microsoft Office applications, IBM Notes, Infor LN (ERP), and a Windows operating

environment. Knowledge of industrial filtration, technical fabrics, sewing, slitting, and/or web

converting is beneficial.


Job Responsibilities:

  • Create new parts and revise existing parts to customer specifications
  • Enter routings and bill of materials (BOMs) in ERP system
  • Ensure that existing routings and BOMs are updated and accurate
  • Debug any issues involving fit, form, and/or function in the product
  • Train Sefar personnel regarding manufacturing techniques
  • Expected to (learn) know materials, manufacturing methods, tooling, and design requirements within the specific product lines
  • Participate in continuous improvement to ensure lowest manufacturing cost, while
  • maintaining or improving quality.
  • Assist the Quality Department to investigate and correct customer complaints
  • Conduct testing on new and existing products
  • Perform technical support functions, both internally and externally
  • Work with customers, sales, marketing, and/or engineers on product design
  • Assist manufacturing with process optimization
  • Perform product estimating functions to determine manufacturing costs
  • Prepare internal documentation needed to convey project planning and/or design
  • concepts, which includes:
    • Maintain project ownership and manage project plan until a proper transition to manufacturing is complete
    • Material yield estimates
    • Bill of materials and design router
    • Prepare design, tooling, and/or production drawings
    • All other product details (special packaging, shipping costs, tooling etc.), which affect the cost estimate
  • Understand, utilize, and improve Sefar policies and procedures as appropriate for completion of all related tasks.
  • Assumes other assignments as directed by Management.
  • Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Company Description

About Sefar North America,

We are part of Sefar AG who is headquartered in Switzerland with subsidiaries and fabrications centers in 25 countries on 4 continents provide local technical service for the broad range of solutions offered by Sefar. In 2022 the Sefar Group achieved sales over $350+ Million and employed some 2900+ employees worldwide. Sefar AG has been in business since 1830, Sefar Inc has been operating in the North America since 1925. We are the leading global technical fabric manufacturer and as such are the have established a vertical integration. We control our process from polymer to finished products, giving us unique selling advantages in the marketplace.