Manufacturing Engineer

Location:

Michigan City, Indiana, United States

Job : R0147012

Date Posted:

Company Name: HITACHI GLOBAL AIR POWER US, LLC

Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:
No

Manufacturing Engineer

Michigan City, Indiana

At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

We build the machines that power industry. We are Hitachi Global Air Power, a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer driving the innovations that keep the world moving. From our headquarters in Michigan City, Indiana, our compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe; from food and beverage to life‑saving pharmaceuticals and cutting‑edge semiconductor chips. Our portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges, lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production.

We are a team of innovators, engineers, and quality experts with a shared vision to create the next generation of efficient, environment‑forward compressed air solutions that meet the demands of today, while boldly contributing to a sustainable, circular economy. With more than 60 years of legacy and trusted performance through our brands - Hitachi, Sullair, and Champion (Australia), we are proud of our reputation for reliability, durability, and performance and groundbreaking engineering.

Join us in building a future where your work has an impact. At Hitachi Global Air Power, you’ll be part of a global network that’s shaping the future of industrial power.

This role is meant for an outgoing and aggressive individual who can juggle multiple tasks and cope with the associated pressures. The expectation is that all ME/Design activities will integrate (SQDCM) EH&S, Quality, Delivery, Product Cost and Inventory goals into their daily tasks and projects.

• Directly support manufacturing under the supervision of the Industrial Engineering Manager.
• Study and improve manufacturing processes and procedures aimed at improving productivity and lowering manufacturing costs.
• Support tactical and strategic goals and objectives through the implementation of Lean manufacturing principles, i.e., 6S, 5 Whys, Kaizen, VSM, Mistake Proofing, Standard Work, etc.
• Create and improve manufacturing documentation, methods, processes, and technologies throughout Operations.
• Develop process plans and implementation, tooling and fixture requirements, and troubleshoot manufacturing processes.
• Develop cost estimates, conduct time studies, establish labor standards, and provide technical support to the shop floor.
• Support the specification, justification, and implementation of capital equipment.
• Develop floor layouts for existing and future projects/processes in AutoCAD.
• Develop designs for returnable racks, fixtures, tools, workstations, and material presentation.
• Participate in and lead root cause analysis of quality and build issues within assigned manufacturing areas of responsibility.
• Participate in new product launches by working hand-in-hand with the NPD team to ensure manufacturing readiness.
• Plan the sequence of operations and write/maintain Work Center Instructions and standard work for assigned areas.
• Provide make-versus-buy analyses on products and processes.
• Perform capacity, staffing, line balancing, and factory layout analyses to support business demand and improve labor utilization.
• Support continuous improvement and manufacturing digitization initiatives that improve productivity, quality, material flow, and operational efficiency.
• Participate in and conduct Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) On the Fly as required to detect and correct potential safety issues on the shop floor.
• Audit and approve product…