Manager, Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Machining

Jooble • Oak Park, IL

429d

About The Position

The Advanced Manufacturing Machining Engineer (AMME) at Dover is responsible for executing the manufacturing roadmap to optimize machining processes and ensure the proper use of equipment. This role involves leading initiatives to improve operational efficiency, managing new equipment purchases, and collaborating with various teams to enhance productivity and quality in machining operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing engineering, industrial technology, or equivalent mix of education and experience.
• Minimum five (5) years' experience in manufacturing engineering directly working with machining processes.
• Experience setting up and operating state-of-the-art machining equipment.
• Extensive experience in machining and maintenance.
• Well-versed in standard machine shop manufacturing processes and setups.
• Strong experience with SolidWorks or another mechanical CAD system.
• Highly experienced with a variety of precision conventional and advanced metrology systems (photogrammetry, CMMs, 3D imaging).
• Strong commitment to proper safety precautions in design and practice.
• Strong understanding of Lean concepts.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills to interact with other departments.
• Ability to multi-task and perform in a dynamic environment.
• Strong sense of urgency, accountability, and highly objective oriented.
• Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks, a self-starter with the ability to problem-solve.
• Clear, concise, and articulate communication skills - verbal, written, and listening.
• Strong team player, work ethic, and commitment to win the right way.
• Strong analytical skills, ability to think big, act small, and scale fast.

Responsibilities

• Support and partner with OpCo to drive improving OEE through initiatives such as SMED and TPM for new and existing equipment.
• Work on Dover corporate strategy to drive productivity by internalizing spend on new capex and existing equipment.
• Lead SMED Events and Site CNC technology Assessments.
• Project Manage Site improvement activities.
• Support OpCo on the maturity journey for the Machining Excellence Playbook.
• Provide technical development and deployment for new technologies related to machining.
• Drive and support machining strategy on productivity improvement by maximizing asset utilization.
• Assist in the evolution of the equipment and perform acceptance evaluation accordingly.
• Identify, recommend, procure, and install machine shop equipment and ensure maintenance and calibration.
• Support workforce utilization, space requirements, workflow, and design layout of equipment for maximum efficiency.
• Continuously improve and recommend upgrades of equipment to maximize asset utilization.
• Interface with tooling suppliers to ensure proper tooling for production.
• Work with suppliers to develop better cutting tools for specific PM applications.
• Develop machining capability in-house and enhance machine functionality.
• Identify, develop, and deploy new machining methods to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize build schedule.
• Utilize lean manufacturing methodology for process development and problem solving.
• Perform root cause analyses for non-conformances and deploy corrective actions.
• Support manufacturing to achieve safety, quality, efficiency, and throughput goals.
• Apply Project Management skills to lead and support capital equipment/improvement projects.
• Investigate equipment performance and identify problems for corrective actions.
• Write/revise User Requirement Specs, Functional Requirement, Design Specs, Qualifications, etc.
• Support Factory and Site Acceptance Tests, Machinability Studies, and validation protocols.
• Review and approve PFMEA, DFMEA, PPAPs, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Utilize continuous improvement methodology to improve internal processes.
• Interact constructively across the organization to identify issues and implement improvements.
• Provide hands-on support for new products and process launches.
• Handle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees