Manufacturing Engineer 2

Primary Purpose of Role: 

The Manufacturing Engineer position develops and implementsoptimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methodsin accordance withproduct specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods, and controls; coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products. Responsible for the design and/or testing of tooling and equipment and/or planning the manufacturing processes in a designated area of the manufacturing plant.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Assistin the development of manufacturing systems with the focus on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of production equipment.

• Apply knowledge of product design fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials.

• Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and process capabilities;establishingstandards; confirming manufacturing processes.

• Direct the design, development, and/or improvement of manufacturing processes.

• Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and process capabilities;establishingstandards; confirming manufacturing processes.

• Occasional instruction, training, and assignment of work to a small group of employees.

• Coordinates activities to support manufacturing launch of new or revised programs.

• Analyze process elements for improved manufacturing capability.

• Analyze equipment deficiencies for manufacturing improvements.

• Provide technical support for specific plant operations.

• Physical presence in the workplace is an essential function

• Implements and actively supports the plant and corporate safety policies and initiatives

• Implement safety and good housekeeping standards

• Other duties as assigned.

Key Performance Measures:

• Safety 

• Productivity

• Quality

• Responsiveness

• Cost

CompetenciesandBehaviors:

Required:

• Adhering to the highest standards in what we do. We succeed through integrity, trust, and quality as we drive for results. 

• Drive a positive customer experience. We deliver better outcomes when we understand our customers’ needs and execute appropriately. 

• Improve the way the world works. We develop better solutions through innovation and a continuous desire to improve.

• Leveraging the power of teamwork. We develop better solutions by working together toward a common goal.  

• High levelof analytical ability to solve complex problems.

• Effective oral and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of tooling, manufacturing process, and manufacturing equipmentrequired.

• High levelof interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.

• Understanding of machine and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degreein Engineeringfield

Experience:

Required:

• 1 to3+years’ experience

• Experience in part processing using various grinding, turning, machining center equipment.

• CNC programming experience with a thorough knowledge of machine control systems.

• Project management experiencewith regard tomachine procurement, cost analysis, and process validation.

• Direct manufacturing experience with at least one of the followingcomponentgroups:  rotating and reciprocating components, gears, and/or prismatic parts.  

Preferred:

• 5+years experience

• Experience working with Unigraphics and other CAD programs.

• Experience in gear/spline manufacturing, gear geometry, analytical gear evaluation

Scope Factors

• Experienced professional role: Requires an understanding of broad concepts related to a professional field.

• Potentially a highly experienced employee in a professional role through years of work-related experience.

• Frequently interacts with direct manager and direct team members.

• Occasionally interacts with peers within broader function or across functions.,

• Applies experience and skills to complete assigned work within own area of expertise.

• Builds knowledge of the organization,processesand customers.

• Requires knowledge and experience in own discipline/ stillacquiringhigher level knowledge and skills.

• Analyzespossible solutionsusing standard procedures, Individual contributor, or may coordinate and supervise activities of non-exempt/hourly workers.

• Work typicallyimpactsdirect peers,supervisorsand cross functional partners.