Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

Manufacturing Engineer

Location:

Sumter, SC

Salary Range: $76,000.00 to $91,000.00

About SKF:

SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.

We re guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.

We re a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.

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Performs engineering work varied in nature and complexity encompassing planning, evaluating, designing, developing and adapting tools, machines, and new technologies for the purpose of producing new products, increasing productivity on existing products, enhancing quality and reducing manufacturing costs (i.e., the optimum use of workers, machines, materials and facilities). Works closely with other engineers, maintenance, logistics, manufacturing and quality to achieve optimum manufacturing objectives.

• Makes mathematical/mechanical computations and independent analyses applying scientific and engineering principles, practices and appropriate analytical tools as required.
• Develops capital plan and initiates appropriation requests (PAR s) for major projects. Establishes systems for control of project progress, time schedules and costs. In conjunction with Accounting, prepares PAR post completion audits.
• Establishes engineering and equipment standards for efficient application of resources and maintains records and files.
• Directly responsible for the engineering and related functions of his/her assigned manufacturing operation(s) including:

• Initiates cost reduction proposals and investigates proposals from other sources. Compiles appropriate information, makes recommendations for action, implements (if appropriate) and checks on results obtained.
• Directs / oversees cost reduction and product / process improvement projects as assigned.
• Renders technical service to all other departments as required.
• Lead or participate in development of Corrective Actions to address internal or externally identified problems.
• Manages / performs other duties and projects as assigned.

• Minimally a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related degree plus 2 - 4 years of relevant experience. A minimum education requirement of a Technical Associate Degree/Apprenticeship Graduate plus at least 5 - 8 years of directly relatable or equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Demonstrated problem solving required
• Demonstrated ability to apply proper analytical and/or Lean tools in completion of their assignments
• Metal working experience preferred (drilling, turning, tapping, grinding & selecting associated tools)
• CNC…