Manufacturing Engineer

Description

Summary:

Dwyer Omega is seeking an experienced “hands‑on” Manufacturing Engineer to be a key team member within the Operations team. Candidate must have a proven track record of engineering support within a manufacturing operations environment and have excellent “hands‑on” mechanical and organisational skills. At least 1-year related work experience, with demonstrated experience in the following areas: manufacturing process optimization, machining, LEAN manufacturing practices, and project management.

• Design, plan, specify, procure, certify, and implement into production; safe, high-quality, cost-effective equipment and processes.
• Partners with Lean/CI team to develop manufacturing processes and standard work that improve output, reduce defects, improve product quality and reliability.
• Benchmarks best manufacturing practices and assembly techniques. Introduces and implements new and enhanced processes and flows that improve quality, reduce cycle time, and reduce cost.
• Works with CNC programing/supervision team to support improved OEE and schedule attainment performance
• Functional ownership of item routings, work Instructions and process flow documentation.
• Supports new product development, driving Design for Manufacturing/Assembly objectives.
• Support production equipment and processes as required to ensure optimal performance.
• Operations lead on New Production Introductions and Design Changes (ECN/ECR).
• Create efficient production process to build and ship custom configured products within market lead-time.
• Reviews drawings, blueprints, sketches, manuals, or sample parts to determine appropriate manufacturing process. Create drawings in Solid Works or similar.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing practices.
• Create/Update information for creation of BOMs/Routings in ERP.
• Support Quality team on investigation and corrective action for product quality issues.
• Ability to work with cross functional team environment and drive results.
• Ability to support other job functions (logistics, warehouse, technical sales, instrumentation) within a small team structure

• Minimum 1 year working experience in a manufacturing function
• BS degree or equivalent in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Prior experience with assembly processes, machining processes and Welding. Brazing, and/or Soldering experience a plus
• Hands‑on Production experience
• Well versed with Microsoft Office products
• Experience with process improvement
• Lean/Six sigma Certification a plus.

Good written and oral communication. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules,

operating and maintenance instructions, drawings, blueprints, and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively with co‑workers, supervision, and other employees within the organization.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Good project management skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, & Solid Works or similar CAD design software
• Ability to interpret drawings, blueprints, and written / verbal instructions with no supervision.
• Ability to verify parts using quality measuring devices

Ability to perform calculations to assure accuracy of production requirements.

Ability to solve practical problems. Needs to interpret written and verbal instructions including the

use of schedules.

The physical demands include ability to frequently lift 10 lbs (4.5 kg) and occasionally be able to lift

up to 50 lbs (27.2kg), standing for long periods of time, able to lean and have dexterity to handle tools and parts. Specific

vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to

adjust focus. Position also requires occasionally sitting, stooping, kneeling. Need ability to hear and be aware of

surrounding area. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions.