OFP Assembly ME, R

Position: OFP Assembly ME, 9R
There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before!

Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.

Primary

Location:

United States (US) - Iowa - Waterloo

Function:
Factory Engineering (CA)

Title:

OFP Assembly ME, 9R - 121041

Onsite/Remote:

Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a OFP Assembly ME, 9R for JD Waterloo Works (TCAO) located in Waterloo, IA, you will:

As a (OFP Assembly Manufacturing Engineer) for (John Deere Tractor Operations) located in (Waterloo, Iowa), you will provide Assembly ME support and basic troubleshooting for current operations.

Research, initiate, and execute safety and ergonomic improvement activities and projects

Act as a departmental Manufacturing Engineer (ME) in driving improvements to support our Distinctive Product Quality initiatives, drive continuous improvements in delivery, uptime, cost and efficiency with Natural Work Group engagement.

Support implementation of new products and current product Continuous Improvement running design changes

Lead the analysis, development and implementation of new manufacturing processes and technology aligned to the Smart Connect Factory strategy

Support requirements for internal operating philosophy John Deere Quality and Production System (JD-QPS) and external requirements such as International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment

Effective communication skills

Experience in a Manufacturing position supporting a workforce (academic/internship experience acceptable)

Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment

Effective communication skills

What Makes You Stand Out

Experience with John Deere Specific manufacturing software JDAAT (John Deere Assembly Assist Tool), MPP (Manufacturing Process Planner) and SMART Test

Experience implementing change in a production environment through negotiation and conflict resolution

Experience with work instruction software, SAP functions, Windchill and other software tools

Experience with computer programming languages such as Python

Experience with standard data application, time study, line balance, cost/pay structure

Experience with data analysis software such as Minitab

Experience with robotics/robotic programming

Experience in a Manufacturing position supporting a workforce (academic/internship experience acceptable)

Experience developing and deploying operator work instructions (academic/internship experience acceptable)

Experience with process development, tooling design, fixturing and workstation layout (academic/internship experience acceptable)

Experience with Bill of Materials structure, build papers and ECN process execution (academic/internship experience acceptable)

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

Bachelor's degree in an Engineering/Technology or equivalent work experience

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

* Flexible work arrangements

* Highly competitive base pay

* Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)

* Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account

* Adoption assistance

* Employee Assistance Programs

* Tuition assistance

* Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms…