Stamping Manufacturing Engineer - Berea, KY

Stamping Manufacturing Engineer - Berea, KY

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A Japanese manufacturing company focusing on the automotive industry is currently looking for a full time, fully onsite Stamping Manufacturing Engineer to join their Berea, KY location.

The candidate must demonstrate in-depth knowledge of dies, blueprints, and stamping equipment used in a Stamping Department and Tool & Die Maintenance shop. The candidate must be able to maintain existing tools and equipment to acceptable quality standards, follow all safety practices and procedures set forth by the company, and possess excellent math skills. Candidates must be able to utilize computer programs to assist with troubleshooting problems.

DOE and skills, the pay range for this position would be between the 75k-90k mark with benefits such as health, vision, dental and life insurance as well as PTO and a 401k plan with 3% matching.

• Repair machine and equipment defects
• Identify technologies to improve operational efficiency
• Determine what equipment, materials, tooling, and methods of manufacturing are needed to meet customer demand
• Develop tooling layouts for stamping dies
• Troubleshoot stamping dies and presses to determine root cause of failures
• Work directly with the tooling engineer and quality department to develop new and more efficient dies to replace aging tooling
• Develop drawings and other engineering documentation to improve manufacturing processes and product quality
• Provide technical support for cost‑saving projects
• Develop standardized work instruction, setup procedures and supporting documentation
• Comply with all environmentally safe practices and regulations
• Read all SDS’s and possess thorough knowledge of all oil and chemical labeling and storage requirements
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or 3 years of relevant experience
• 3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering with an emphasis in die stamping/die design
• Familiarity with manufacturing designs or schematics
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Knowledge of Stamping Machines and Dies (Progressive, Tandem, Transfer Presses)
• Use of new technology and ability to improve processes and troubleshoot issues
• Machine/tool improvements for safety, operator efficiency, part quality
• Meet schedules for production and launches
• Improvements to existing equipment and processes
• Coordinate die improvements and design changes
• Maintain schedule and budget for new tools
• Work with other engineers in the group to improve machine/tool reliability and safety
• Ensure that machines will produce parts to meet customer demands in cost, quality, and quantity
• Coordinate die trials and develop countermeasures
• Assist maintenance in troubleshooting
• Work with problem solving team to meet customer demands
• Assist in standardizing work methods for technicians
• Develop visual management for PM activities
• Improve first run capability and reduce downtime
• Working knowledge of production and quality control procedures used in a manufacturing environment
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Read blueprints
• Use computer software (MS Office):
  Excel, Word, Power Point
• Tool design and process development
• Experience in CAD programs, Autodesk Inventor preferred
• Experience on the following machines:
  Grinder/Lathe/Overhead Crane/Various precision measuring devices
• Candidate must possess a “Can Do” Attitude along with excellent interpersonal skills to successfully communicate with all levels of associates
• Must have previous Stamping/Tooling Experience