Manufacturing Engineer

Abilene, KS

Land Pride, a division of Great Plains Manufacturing, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer at its Abilene facility. This on‑site position primarily works Monday - Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Lead.

• Support manufacturing processes with the primary focus being operator safety by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing methods
• Conceptualize and maintain plant layout and processes
• Spend time on the production floor assisting with process improvements, with main focus in assembly
• Assist with capital improvement projects
• Read and interpret performance charts and graphs relating to safety, quality and productivity
• Design and spec fixtures, carts, tooling, etc.
• Liaison between plant and product development to include submitting and managing engineering change requests
• Estimate production times, staffing requirements and related costs for management decisions
• Work closely with materials management to balance the flow of production through the plant
• Support manufacturing to achieve safety, productivity and quality tats through process design, optimization projects and Kaizen initiatives
• Develop or revise standard operating and working practices
• Follow all Great Plains, OSHA, ISE safety regulations and wear prescribed safety and protective equipment
• Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, or related degree from a four‑year college or university; manufacturing engineering experience a plus
• Understanding of a variety of manufacturing equipment and systems
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
• Lean advocate with demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Must be familiar with AutoCAD, 3D Solid Modeling and Creo
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to effectively present information to management and public groups
• Ability to safely operate automobiles, trucks, tractors and lifts
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship; this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship (including H-1B or candidates who will require sponsorship after OPT)