Manufacturing Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Process & Technology Development

* Develops and implements processes, methods, tooling, equipment, and controls for manufacturing products and components-optimizing cost, quality, inventory, and facility investment.

* Supports all aspects of prototype development and builds.

* Actively applies new manufacturing technologies and evaluates opportunities that support plant goals.

* Participates in product design reviews to ensure optimum manufacturability and cost efficiency, proposing alternative designs, materials, or processes as needed.

* Serves as a technical resource for process changes and problem‑solving committees to ensure product design integrity is maintained.

Communication & Project Support

* Maintains effective communication with all stakeholders affected by projects.

* Issues clear operating instructions when required and provides periodic status reports to ensure alignment.

* Coordinates implementation of new processes and conducts training for relevant personnel.

* Ensures all tooling is capable of producing required components within timing and quality expectations.

* Works closely with production teams to ensure key performance measures are achieved.

Manufacturing Studies & Optimization

* Prepares manufacturing studies to determine optimum costs, quality, and inventory levels.

* Evaluates feasibility of new or existing products, processes, or materials.

* Recommends practical and economical changes to improve manufacturing processes-including materials, labor, tooling, equipment, and related factors.

* Participates in the selection, approval, and development of tooling and equipment that support product design intent.

* Actively pursues quality improvements within the manufacturing process.

* Ensures the plant is pursuing the latest technological advancements.

* Supports SDT and Pre‑Launch Teams for new programs as required.

Standards, Quality & Controls

* Familiar with PFMEA, Process Flow, Control Plans, and IATF 16949 requirements.

* Responsible for establishing and verifying Poka‑Yoke systems.

* Provides customer liaison support related to product design and engineering concerns.

Additional Responsibilities

* Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

* Completes all required training mandated by Adient and its customers.

Qualifications

Education

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or a related field preferred; equivalent experience also considered.

Experience

* 4-5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or related manufacturing fields (automotive experience is a plus).

* Candidates without a degree must have 7-8 years of experience in the field.

* Experience in metal stamping, press room operations, metal forming, and stamping presses.

* Electrical background is a nice to have.

* Strong project‑management skills; must be able to coordinate large projects.

* Mechanical aptitude and experience with Continuous Improvement.

* Experience collaborating with Quality teams.

* Practical knowledge of GD&T, PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flows, and Operator Instruction Sheets.

* Capable of implementing processes, methods, tools, equipment, and controls that support optimum cost, quality, inventory, and facility investment-covering all aspects of prototype builds.

* Able to create processes and procedures that support budgetary targets and performance metrics.

* Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills with solid time‑management abilities.

* Proficient with Windows OS and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and advanced Excel skills).

* Experience leading projects and managing internal and external stakeholders.

* Experience troubleshooting with Allen‑Bradley RSLogix 5000 and Control Logix software (required).

* Experience with stamping tools is a plus.

* Able to be on call as needed.

* Experience with Allen‑Bradley required;
Siemens experience is a strong plus.

PRIMARY LOCATION

Battle Creek Seating Component