Manufacturing Engineer I

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Olathe, KS, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Aerospace
The Role
Develops and documents production processes, work instructions, cost estimates, and process improvements. Investigates production issues, supports cost-reduction initiatives, provides training, and promotes safe, efficient plant operations. Requires manufacturing engineering experience, Lean methods, mechanical aptitude, CAD software proficiency, Microsoft Office skills, PFMEA, root cause analysis, and project management capabilities.
Summary Generated by Built In

Responsibilities:  

* Development and documentation of daily production processes

* Creation of work instructions 

* Identify and evaluate areas for process improvements 

* Work with other plant personnel in developing cost reduction programs or process improvements to ensure efficient operation.

* Provide appropriate training

* Investigate operational problems affecting production and deal with them in a prompt, systematic and methodical manner.

* Prepares cost estimates including estimated production times, staffing requirements and other related costs

* Maintains safe and clean work environment; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures

* Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

Qualifications:

* Lean training and/or experience 

* Strong mechanical aptitude 

* Ability to identify problems and execute solutions 

* Experience with Routers, B.O.M.s, Work Instruction, and Manufacturing Process Definition Creation 

* 3-7 years of Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment 

* Proficient with MS Excel, MS Access, MS PowerPoint 

* Experience with CATIA, and/or Siemens NX 

* Project management experience

* Experience with PFMEA and Root Cause Analysis 

* Must have excellent verbal, written and listening skills and have the ability to provide written and verbal instructions and present information clearly

* Must exhibit professionalism when communicating with superiors and subordinates.

* Must demonstrate the ability to read, analyze, and follow work instructions, procedure manuals and blueprints. 

* Must be able to pass basic skills assessment for Microsoft Excel and also demonstrate basic skills with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint. 

* Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events. 

* Must have the ability to work independently and within a team environment. Must be able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously and follow through on issues in a timely manner. 

Qualifications Education Preferred Bachelors or better. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Skills Required

  • Lean training and/or experience
  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to identify problems and execute solutions
  • Experience with routers, bills of materials, work instructions, and manufacturing process definition creation
  • 3-7 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Experience with CATIA and/or Siemens NX
  • Project management experience
  • Experience with PFMEA and root cause analysis
  • Excellent verbal, written, and listening skills
  • Ability to provide clear written and verbal instructions and presentations
  • Professional communication with superiors and subordinates
  • Ability to read, analyze, and follow work instructions, procedure manuals, and blueprints
  • Ability to pass a basic Microsoft Excel skills assessment
  • Basic Microsoft Word and PowerPoint skills
  • Adaptability to changing work environments and competing demands
  • Ability to work independently and within a team environment
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
  • Bachelor's degree or better
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The Company
HQ: Kansas City, KS
242 Employees
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

Orizon manufactures large complex structural components, provides metal finish processing, and fabricates major sub-assemblies for leading airframe manufacturers in the commercial aerospace, defense, space, and general aviation industries. The company’s investments in digitized systems/software, proprietary engineering/ programming techniques, advanced machine tools, and automated assembly technologies provides affordable solutions for the largest Aerospace and Defense manufacturers in the world. Orizon is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, with HUBZone Certified facilities in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri. Orizon founders and our team have years of proven experience in the airframe manufacturing industry and understand what it takes to be successful. Our approach is focused on creating an interconnected team with a common mission. We operate on a model that emphasizes over-communication and the importance of daily metrics tied to aligned incentives. Orizon significantly enhances efficiencies and lowers costs and capital investment expenses for aircraft OEM’s by supplying monolithic, pre-assembled airframe sections. We employ highly advanced, high-speed 5-axis machining capabilities to produce large-scale, complex aluminum structures and assemblies. These include major airframe components, bulkheads, integrated structural panels, spars, skins, webs, floors, and other mechanical structures in dimensions as large as 248” x 98” x 28"​ with 30,000 RPM and 161 HP. All manufacturing operations are driven by sophisticated automation programs to ensure ultra-precision within exacting tolerances, as well as close monitoring for quality control in keeping with strict government requirements and regulations.

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