Manufacturing Engineer
Major Job Duties and Responsibilities:
* Helps determine the manufacturing processes required to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specification
* Works with engineering to identify problems with product and performance; may recommend solutions or enhancements
* Assists with plans and designs methods to improve efficiency in production.
* Work to improve equipment availability and capability by utilizing continuous improvement tools and working cross functionally.
* Define manufacturing standard working methods
* Study time, motion, methods, and speed involved in maintenance, production, and other operations to establish standard production rate and improve efficiency
* Interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas and confer with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards
* Read worker logs, product processing sheets, and specification sheets, to verify that records adhere to quality assurance specifications
* Aid in planning work assignments in accordance with worker performance, machine capacity, production schedules, and anticipated delays
* Prepare charts, graphs, and diagrams to illustrate workflow, routing, floor layouts, material handling, and machine utilization
equired Education/Experience:
* Bachelor degree in engineering is required. Would prefer to see a degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical and/or Industrial Engineering
* Minimum 2-4 years’ automotive manufacturing experience
Preferred Experience:
* Lean, Six Sigma experience
* Transfer line experience would be very beneficial for this position.
Responsibility Level:
* Exercises moderate independent judgment with direction from supervisor
Required Skills:
* Basic competence in the body of knowledge as defined by the Society of Manufacturing Engineers for a Certified Manufacturing Technologist (CMfgT).
* The body of knowledge includes the following areas: Mathematics, Applied Science, Process Design, Materials, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Economics, Quality Control, Computer Applications, and Automation.
* Working knowledge of the Fundamentals of Manufacturing.
* More than 2 years of experience working as a Manufacturing Engineer, but not yet a Certified Manufacturing Technologist (Society of Manufacturing Engineers or local equivalent)
* Ability to make sketches, engineering drawings and common computations
* Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawing, schematics and computer-generated reports
* Previous experience with computer applications and software related to engineering field, such as Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Preferred Skills:
* Knowledge of various hardware and software used in the control of manufacturing processes and equipment. Includes understanding of the following: Programmable Logic Controllers, Ladder Logic, and Human-Machine Interfaces.
* Communication networks and protocols used on the shop floor.
* Control systems including pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical sources of energy. Sensors, actuators, and various loop control technologies.
* Motion control, servo systems, and multi-axis control including robotics. Working knowledge of electrical controls.
* Good understanding of programmable logic controllers and ladder logic programs.
* Can troubleshoot electrical circuits and understand electrical prints.
* Understand how machines operate and can suggest and implement basic improvements.
* Basic knowledge of the interface of the shop floor control system to the plant's Manufacturing Execution System.
- Strong tooling knowledge and background
- Understanding and familiarity of Transfer equipment
Additional information from the manager:
* Position is 6 months to start with the possibility to extend based on performance (could lead to a full-time position opportunity)
* Phone interviews will be conducted first followed by an on-site interview if the first screen goes well.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.