Manufacturing Engineer

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POSITION SUMMARY The Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in the manufacturing of highly engineered rotational equipment. This individual will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes, workflows and physical work cells to enhance efficiencies while also working to reduce waste, improve product quality and enhance workplace safety. The qualified candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams - including production, quality, engineering, continuous improvement, and facilities.

Responsibilities include researching, designing, and developing new equipment, systems, procedures, and solutions to support new product introduction and existing product optimization, while also working to address production constraints related to processes and tooling.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve safety, efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.

Evaluates manufacturing processes based on cycle time, TAKT time, and quality criteria, such as efficiency and speed; manages process-improvement projects

Designs tools, fixtures and machines used to assemble, manufacture and inspect products.

Develop and maintain work instructions, process flow diagrams, and standard operating procedures for air blower assembly and production.

Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure manufacturability of new products, providing input on design changes to improve production efficiency.

Implement and maintain preventative maintenance programs for production equipment and tooling.

Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as cycle times, downtime, and defect rates to identify improvement opportunities.

Utilize lean manufacturing principles and 80/20 tools to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Sources and plans: installs new equipment and ensures that it operates correctly; trains others to operate new machinery

Train and support production staff on new processes, equipment, and technologies.

Troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment and partners with manufacturer to support equipment repair

Develops and implements manufacturing, production and ISO certification procedures and processes

Assists with EH&S projects to maintain a safe manufacturing environment.

Maintains knowledge of new and developing manufacturing technology, equipment, and applications; applies this knowledge to recommend and implement new technology and processes

Support potential automation initiatives for assembly and inspection processes

Performs other duties as assigned within scope of position

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to drive world class design principles and standards into problem solutions.

Exceptional communication, team, and process skills.

Demonstrated interpersonal skills and team player mentality.

Excellent verbal/written communication, interpersonal skills, leadership skills and problem-solving abilities are required.

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint including developing graphs and presentations.

Commitment to health and safety standards and environmental regulations

Project Management skills EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in engineering; post graduate degree a plus3+ years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering Well versed in equipment production and…