Lean Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Manage the upgrade, rebuild, installation and start-up of process equipment. Provides leadership in the development of new equipment specifications. Analyze key process measures and determine major issues and their root causes. Identify equipment safety issues and implement solutions. In addition, provide technical assistance and an interface function on process, product, and maintenance problems.

Manage outside resources including contractors, equipment vendors, and supply vendors for assigned projects. Work within and develop the appropriate standards, specifications, and procedures, including but not limited to those required for production, technical, safety, and environmental activities.

Review new process equipment and make recommendations for purchase/installation. Manage the implementation of moderate sized capital projects. Responsible for parts and supply development and reverse engineering. Understands opportunities for OEE improvements and leads OEE improvement initiatives. Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements for the Manufacturing Engineer:

• Four-year or Two-year college degree in an Engineering discipline preferred. High School Diploma required.
• Minimum of 5 years of engineering support experience required.
• Working knowledge of MS Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines.
• Self-started who can creatively drive continuous improvement on their own initiative with minimal guidance.