Lean Manufacturing Engineer

Johnson Controls • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

The Lean Manufacturing Engineer will develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods and processes for the purpose of sustaining the manufacture of existing products as well as the introduction of new products. Conduct detailed process design work, including layouts, tooling, fixturing, gauging, programming, and documentation. The role involves continuously improving current production methods using Lean Manufacturing methodologies and utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling, and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods and quality control standards. The Manufacturing Engineer is solely responsible for qualifying new or modified product through the processes under their purview.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
• 5 years of relevant experience supporting assembly operations.
• Experience in process development documentation, time standards, workflow analysis, ergonomics, work fixture design, and continuous improvement.
• Proficient with use of computer and software applications including MS Office products and AutoCAD.
• Proficient in Lean Manufacturing Tooling & fixture design experience.
• Understanding of Simulation software such as SIMIO or Tecnomatix.
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Understanding of tooling, gauging, Six Sigma, MSA, and capability studies.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Power BI.
• Understanding of C#, HTML & JavaScript.
• Experience in ASME welding techniques and requirements.
• Experience in supporting operations using torque equipment.
• Experience in supporting operations using welding equipment.
• Experience in supporting operations using CNC tube bending equipment.
• History of process improvements and new process design based on advancements in technology.
• Black Belt Six Sigma (DMAIC) certification.
• Experience in concurrent engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed process design work, including layouts, tooling, fixturing, gauging, programming, and documentation.
• Continuously improve current production methods using Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
• Provide technical know-how to troubleshoot problems in current production.
• Initiate and lead capital equipment projects.
• Lead Cost-Reduction, Safety, Kaizen, and other initiatives.
• Assess new product concepts and designs for manufacturability and provide such assessment and recommendations to R D/Product Engineering.
• Conceive methods and processes to manufacture new products in the safest manner, at the desired quality standards, and at the lowest cost to meet projected demand in a timely manner.
• Conduct proof of principle or proof of concept studies.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree