Manufacturing Engineer
Company: The Shyft Group
Location: Elkhart
Posted on: January 19, 2023
Job Description:
SUMMARY
The Manufacturing Engineer position is responsible for optimizing
manufacturing and troubleshooting production problems, planning,
and designing manufacturing plant floor layouts to properly locate
and co-ordinate equipment and material for efficient production.
Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to;
preparing time studies, project planning/management, including
managing budgets, supporting Production, developing, and
maintaining systems needed to drive continuous improvement in areas
of cost, quality, safety, lead time and use of working capital.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Evaluate tools and equipment process options that will reduce
cost in the operation
- Seek approval for investments in machinery and equipment that
will improve manufacturing / assembly operations
- Produce engineering drawings for and design fixturing /
tooling
- Implement lean manufacturing principles such as visual
controls, pull inventory systems within a process, workplace
organization and continuous improvement
- Provide manufacturing technical support for production
operations, which includes tooling, fixturing and process
troubleshooting utilizing existing systems and procedures, as well
as investigate new technologies, methods, and processes to improve
existing operations
- Monitor and correct safety / ergonomic issues
- Support the CI (Continuous Improvement) team to develop and
organize lean events
- Actively participate in the WOW (War On Waste) team or program
and assist in the implementation of WOW events
- Support the NPI (New Product Introduction) process; evaluating
new projects for tooling and equipment needs
- Drive continuous improvement and eliminate waste in all
manufacturing facilities
- Aid in workstation load balancing for all manufacturing
areas
- Verify, review, and implement torque specifications as well as
high risk part specifications
- Track welder certifications and make necessary adjustments
based on requirements
- Investigate problems, determine root cause, and implement
corrective and preventative actions by communicating with and
assisting cross-functional teams (quality, engineering, production,
materials, purchasing, etcetera) to resolve issues
- Read current literature, talk with colleagues, participate in
educational programs, attend workshops, or participate in
professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of
developments in the manufacturing field
- Knowledge of SPS and core procedures
- Other tasks as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Manufacturing / Industrial
Engineering or related field
- Minimum of 5 years related experience; or equivalent
combination of education and experience
- Experience with working a low volume/high variation
manufacturing operation
- Proven ability to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines,
manage, and maintain budgets
- Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize work and stay on
task
- Innovative team player
- Intermediate computer skills are required
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, MS
Project, MS PowerPoint) and computer aided design systems
(SolidWorks and AutoCAD preferred)
- Good hands-on engineering skills and ability to work on
production equipment
- Sound judgment with the ability to make timely, and sometimes
difficult, decisions
- Ability to work with some direction and be effective in a
fast-paced environment while being versatile, flexible, and willing
to work within constantly changing priorities
- Able to:
- Effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure
environment
- Understand safety requirements and cautions
- Strong:
- Communication skills, verbal and written
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally
diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender
identity, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or
status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other
characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local
law.
Keywords: The Shyft Group, Elkhart , Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering , Elkhart, Indiana
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