PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Responsible for evaluating new and existing processes and configuring manufacturing systems to reduce cost, improve sustainability and develop best practices within the production process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned as needed.

• Evaluate and improve manufacturing processes by applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators.
• Identify, recommend and implement approved method or process improvements.
• Identify equipment, processes and tooling needed in order to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specifications
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Maintain reliable and safe manufacturing systems while improving production rates, efficiencies, yields, costs and changeovers.
• Develop innovative solutions.
• Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards.
• Develop and implement systems that optimize all phases of production process.
• Advise on corrective actions.
• Ensure projects are completed on time.
• Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Assist in price quote development and job costing reviews.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge.
• Actively participate in lean manufacturing activities.
• Manage large project time-lines and resources.
• Provide oversight and guidance to Level I Process Engineers.

CORE COMPETENCIES: (Knowledge, skills and abilities)

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential function of this position.

• Customer Service—respond promptly to customer needs, solicit customer feedback to improve service and maintain confidentiality.
• Oral Communication—speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
• Written Communication—edit work for spelling and grammar and is able to read and interpret written information.
• Planning/Organizing—prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently.
• Quality—demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor own work to ensure quality.
• Adaptability—adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands and is able to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.
• Dependability—consistently arrive at work and on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction and solicit feedback to improve performance.
• Safety and Security—observe safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.
• Mathematics –perform complex mathematical equations.
• Detail Orientated –create and review accurate documents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Level I

• Associates Degree or Bachelors’ Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field; Bachelors’ Degree preferred; or minimum of 2 years of industry experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Possess well-developed and demonstrated interpersonal, communication, and project management skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• PC knowledge/computer literate; including the ability to work with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.), e-mail and use the internet.
• Working knowledge of LEAN principles or other continuous improvement skills.
• Possess excellent organizational skills.
• Skilled at work flow analysis.
• Experience with high volume manufacturing.
• Must have strong project planning and management skills to prioritize tasks and establish framework and systems for managing areas of responsibility.
• Ability to work in a multi-functional team environment.
• Skills in 2D and 3D CAD (SolidWorks and AutoCad preferred).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 is preferred.

Level II

• Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Shift - 1st shift, Monday - Friday 8am-5pm.