Manufacturing Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Engineer oversees the development and implementation of manufacturing processes to maintain proper product functionality as well as cost efficiency. Working in the cross-functional team environment this position collaborates with the other Client engineering teams.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Support execution of overall manufacturing plan and lead technical implementation where appropriate; identify and recommend ways to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety
• Convert quality, cost, continuous improvement, and process improvement issues into functional objectives
• Collaborate with Client Design Engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques
• Research and develop new methodologies, propose new concepts, carry out the research, and document the results
• Develops and improves manufacturing processes by studying product and manufacturing methods
• Identify and propose new cost-reduction ideas
• Oversee the development of manufacturing product routings
• Develop rough-cut capacity models for manufacturing processes
• Provide leadership in assessing current processes, developing and executing plans that will deliver improvements in safety, quality, and cost through the elimination of waste
• Lead team to analyze and isolate the root causes of process issues and implement permanent solutions
• Analyze process controls and capabilities, equipment layout, workflow, assembly methods, and workforce utilization to maximize efficiency, productivity, and quality
• Advise staff on complex technical issues -provide technical support that addresses process concerns in product developments
• Ability to facilitate and drive change in a fast-paced and "ever-changing" environment leveraging his/her strong interpersonal skills. Key to success in this position is the ability to work within the organization at all levels, creating value and buy-in as a key change facilitator and helping to drive the company's Lean transformation initiatives
• Support planning and execution of various Lean transformation activities and projects targeted towards improving operational performance and developing a continuous improvement culture
• Maintaining employee safety and morale by creating a safe working and efficient working environment
• Coach and mentor employees on the practical application of lean manufacturing, problem-solving tools, and an efficient working environment