Great Dane

Builds freight trailers and truck bodies

Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSavannah, GA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in industrial or mechanical engineering or a related field is required.
Five to ten years of experience is preferred.
Basic knowledge of mechanical and electromechanical systems is required.
Knowledge of asset justification is required.
Industrial engineering skills, including work measurement, labor reporting, and plant layout, are required.
Understanding of building and maintenance contracts, including liability issues, is required.
Basic knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes is required.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks, are required.
Analytical analysis and problem-solving skills are required.
Strong communication and organizational skills are required.
Understanding of compliance regulations and codes is required.
The employee must be able to spend 50% of time in an office environment and 50% in a manufacturing environment.
The employee may be exposed to shop hazards, including high noise, heavy machinery, and shop traffic.
Frequent use of a computer is required.
Travel of up to 50% is required.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement capital projects.
Work closely with Plant and Branch Operations to anticipate and resolve issues.
Develop manufacturing processes.
Design and build automation solutions.
Conduct plant visits to assist with project planning and process improvement and to maintain company assets.
Provide manufacturing engineering information to customers.
Manage the capital expenditure program, including budgeting, project planning, and implementation.
Develop cost-reduction, quality, and safety-enhancement projects and opportunities.
Perform payback analysis, obtain quotes, and oversee project installation.
Improve manufacturing efficiency through analysis and workflow planning.
Confer with equipment vendors on product design and capabilities.
Develop corporate engineering strategies.
Research new equipment and processes for future implementation.
Specify necessary tooling.
Develop solutions to manufacturing and quality problems.

Overview

THE ROLE

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.

The position: Directly responsible for the development and implementation of capital projects. These positions also work closely with Plant and Branch Operations in order to anticipate and resolve issues. Develops manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Design and build automation solutions.
Conducts plant visits to assist with project planning, process improvement and to maintain company assets.
Provides manufacturing engineering information to customers.
Responsible for capital expenditure program (budgeting, project planning and implementation).
Develops cost reduction, quality and safety enhancement projects/opportunities.
Performs payback analysis, obtains quotes and oversees project installation.
Improves manufacturing efficiency thru analysis and workflow planning.
Develops manufacturing processes.
Confers with equipment vendors on product design and capabilities.
Develops corporate engineering strategies.
Researches new equipment and processes for future implementation.
Specifies necessary tooling
Develops solutions to manufacturing and quality problems.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Your skills and abilities (required qualifications)

Education: A bachelor’s degree in industrial or mechanical engineering or related field.
Experience: 5-10 years of experience preferred.
Skills: Basic knowledge of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems
- Asset justification
- Industrial engineering skills such as work measurement, labor reporting, and plant layout
- Understanding of building and maintenance contracts including liability issues
- Basic knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing processes
- Computer skills including MS Office, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks.
- Analytical analysis and problem solving skills
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Understand of compliance regulations and codes
Travel: Up to 50%

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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.

Physical demands: Spend 50% of time in office environment and 50% of time in manufacturing environment.
Work environment:

- May be exposed to possible shop hazards including high noise, heavy machinery and shop traffic
- Frequent use of a computer

ABOUT GREAT DANE

With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you.

Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, to grow, to succeed and to be engaged in a collaborative environment.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

Competitive compensation
Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
Retirement programs, including a company funded Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid holidays and vacation
And more!

Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About the Company

Great Dane

Builds freight trailers and truck bodies

Great Dane builds trailers and truck bodies for trucking fleets that move dry freight, temperature-sensitive goods, and open-deck loads. Its Everest refrigerated trailers support single or multiple temperature zones, while its dry vans and flatbeds cover other freight needs. Customers order equipment configured for their operations, from trailer specifications to technology integrations. The business sells trailers and truck bodies through its distribution network and supplies aftermarket parts and repair services to keep commercial equipment on the road. Great Dane was founded in 1900 and has its corporate headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, with an additional office in Savannah, Georgia.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Chicago, IL
Founded: 1900

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