Manufacturing Engineer

Hands-on engineer to lead the analysis of production problems, establish and improve manufacturing methods and address equipment and tooling needs to reduce costs and improve product quality on fans, wheels, or blower packages.

• Under general direction, troubleshoot and analyze manufacturing problems and implement corrective actions for high quality, efficient manufacturing solutions.
• Analyze workflow, work methods, plant and department layouts for improved product flow in production.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities, conduct required time studies and implement required changes.
• Identify tools, jigs and fixtures, or other new or special equipment required for new production or improvements to existing production lines.
• Investigate, analyze and prepare justifications for the purchase of manufacturing equipment. Obtain quotations from vendors; submit capital appropriation requests for the purchase of specific equipment.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance and Production teams on the installation and debugging of equipment.
• Develop and maintain product routings.
• Perform other manufacturing engineering tasks as assigned.

• Bachelor Degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering. Sheet metal fabrication experience preferred; must have a good mechanical aptitude of general machinery.
• At least 7 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent communication, project management and organizational skills
• Superior analytical and problem solving skills in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills and the ability to exercise influence without authority
• Experience in CNC programming
• Experience in CNC programming desirable (Hydromat, Okuma, and/or Brother preferred)