Hendrickson is a supplier of truck suspension systems and components as well as an aftermarket supplier for various truck components to the heavy-duty vehicle market. Due to business growth, Hendrickson has a fantastic opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer with machining and/or welding experience for our facility just North of Fort Wayne, IN located in Kendallville, Indiana.
Position Purpose:
Develop and implement engineering solutions to the shop floor processes. Develop operator detail instructions for processes. Support operations group with continuous improvement objectives on a regular basis. Active communication with hourly group assisting with needs and process improvements. Ability to utilize a structure problem solving approach when working to resolve issues. Support operations group with recently acquired welding activities.
Essential Functions:
- Support manufacturing to protect the customer
- Member of product launch teams for manufacturing engineering support
- Decrease setup and changeover times.
- Develop and maintain operator work instructions for all products
- Define future technology requirements
- Assist in defining long-range capital planning
- Improve effectiveness of product and process change method
- Optimization of labor by implementing concurrent work
- Assist product launch teams with Engineering support
- Improve manufacturing capabilities and capacities
- Validate routers for specified work centers
- Analyze existing procedures & processes for improvements
- Support and improvement for general machining operations
- Support and improve welding operations
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum Qualifications:
- 2-5 years’ experience required
- Background in team approach to problem solving expected
- Ability to manage, prioritize and complete multiple tasks on a time bound schedule required
- Knowledge of IATF 16949 preferred
- Experience with lean manufacturing environments
- AutoCad, Solid Edge, MSOffice, Mastercam, Mpact, or similar software/programming experience needed
- Automotive background a plus
- Capital equipment procurement background a plus
- Assembly experience is an advantage
- Working knowledge in APQP tools (PFMEA, Control Plans, DOE) preferred
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
Compensation & BenefitsWe offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, travel, and disability insurance; a flexible spending account; retirement plan; paid holidays and vacation. We also offer financial assistance programs if you decide to adopt a child or want to pursue further education. We have a comprehensive wellness program and an Employee Assistance Program, that supports individuals in the proactive management of their overall health and wellness.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 2-5 years of relevant manufacturing engineering experience
- Machining and/or welding experience
- Experience working in team-based problem solving and structured problem solving approaches
- Ability to manage, prioritize, and complete multiple tasks on time
- Experience with lean manufacturing environments
- Experience with AutoCAD, Solid Edge, MS Office, Mastercam, Mpact, or similar software
- Knowledge of IATF 16949
- Working knowledge of APQP tools (PFMEA, Control Plans, DOE)
- Automotive industry background
- Capital equipment procurement experience
- Assembly experience
What We Do
Hendrickson is a global leader in the design and manufacture of medium and heavy-duty mechanical, elastomeric, and air suspensions, as well as integrated axle and brake systems, tire pressure control systems, and other components for the global commercial transportation industry. The company provides innovative ride solutions aimed at increasing durability, lowering operating costs, and enhancing driver comfort for fleets and truck and trailer manufacturers worldwide.
