Manufacturing Engineer

Summary The Manufacturing Engineer designs, builds and maintains machines and tools within plant facilities to ensure most efficient and productive operation for manufacturing processes. Core Competencies Communication Critical Thinking Energy and Stress Team Work Time Management Creative and Innovative Thinking Mathematical Reasoning Planning and Organizing Development and Continual Learning Problem Solving Troubleshooting Accountability and Dependability Research and Analysis Decision Making and Judgement Flexibility Ethics and Integrity Analytical Skills Flex-N-Gate Training Requirements CHRF.00003 New Employee Orientation APQP Training CMS as required Customer Specifics (GM, Ford Chrysler etc.) Customer Specific PPAP Design, Failure Mode Effect Effective Time Management Emergency Evacuation Engineering Change Notice Training FMEA Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance Lockout Training Machine Guarding Machine Safety Robot Safety Guidelines & Procedures Root Cause Analysis TS - Control of Monitoring and Measuring Devices TS – Engineering Change Request and Notice TS - Document Control TS - Measurement Analysis using Statistical Concepts TS - Purchasing Process TS - Product Identification and Traceability TS - Verification and Control of Customer Property TS - Control of Nonconforming Product TS - Corrective Action System TS - Advanced Product Planning TS - Continual Improvement 8D Instructions Quality Management Systems - CQAM.00001 Quality Management Systems Manual ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and applicable Customer Specific Requirements Job Duties Evaluates manufacturing processes, designs new systems and processes for the introduction of new products or for the improvement of existing ones. Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors. Prepare manufacturing proposals and estimates for new products including tooling cost requirements, and manufacturing resources. Participates actively and effectively in continuous improvement plans related to position responsibilities Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout. Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements. Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. Devises new approaches to complex problems through adaptations and modifications of standard technical principles. Ensures compliance of practices, procedures and instructions relative to applicable facility standards (ISO, TS, etc.); Performs all other tasks as assigned by management. The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005. The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) as stated in CQAM.00001 – Corporate Quality Manual. Requirements BS Degree or equivalent related experience in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering. 3-5 years’ experience preferable in a (input specific industry – metal, plastics, etc.) Knowledge of mechanical and electrical manufacturing processes, including assembly and testing. Proficiency in engineering computer software (CAD, CATIA, NX etc.) Must be a self-starter able to work with a minimum of supervision. Strong planning and time management skills. Solid project management skills. Sound analytical and problem solving skills, with an emphasis on a “hands on” approach. Exposure to Lean Manufacturing principles and practices preferred. Must be detail oriented. Working Conditions Some travel may be required. Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals. Overt…