Manufacturing Engineer

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Job Summary

Responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating manufacturing engineering objectives and processes to meet company goals.  Assists in managing cost improvements and develops new processes for manufacturing operations by performing the following duties.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Participates in developing, evaluating, and improving manufacturing methods.

• Participates in developing and preparing Capital Expenditure Requests and initiates cost improvement projects.

• Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.

• Assists in collaborating with Product Engineering staff concerning new product design, product costing and develops tooling to ensure efficient production methods.

• Assists in collaborating with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.

• Performs time studies of production lines, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.

• Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.

• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.

• Understands and implements Lean Manufacturing principals in multiple locations.

• Other duties may be assigned.

Nature and Scope

• Demonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies/anomalies in more complex research/data.

• Nature of work requires increasing independence; receives guidance only on unusual, complex problems or issues. Work review typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor and/or direct customers of the process.

• May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support or professional personnel.

Work Environment

• Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes.

• Most of the time is spent sitting in the same position or standing/walking and/or there is some requirement to lift or handle material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds).

• Typically requires overnight travel less than 5% of the time.

Education and Experience

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 5-8 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 3-5 years of experience in a related field. Certification is required in some areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations and their application to the manufacturing environment is required.

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Plastics or Electrical Engineering preferred.

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