Manufacturing Engineer 2 - Supply Chain

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation•Savannah, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, this role independently prepares, conducts, and evaluates analyses for planning improvements and problem-solving for manufacturing issues (production methods and procedures) in a specific function. This includes layout, production flow, tooling and production equipment, material fabrication, assembly methods, and planning in a Production or Post-Production environment. The successful candidate will possess knowledge of manufacturing tooling across various manufactured commodities, best practices for tool storage and tracking, predictive tool life cycle management, and project management proficiency.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Eighteen months Manufacturing Engineering, planning, or related technical experience.
Proven knowledge of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles.
Knowledgeable about Engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math.
Ability to operate computerized equipment, such as personal computers, CADAM, CATIA, Solumina, SAP, Corridor.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of manufacturing tooling across various manufactured commodities.
Knowledge of best practices for tool storage and tracking.
Knowledge of predictive tool life cycle management.
Project management proficiency.
Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform technical studies of a complex nature and conduct analysis of operations (existing or proposed).
Prepare a report of recommendations for equipment needed and correct methods of manufacturing (including sequence of operations and detailed methodology of complex assemblies and installations as well as detail components).
Author detailed work instructions that optimize manufacturing process efficiency and opportunity for zero defects with functional Operations Engineer.
Author DRDI/DMT rework instructions to support effective corrective actions.
Author MBOM in SAP/Solumina/Corridor (as applicable) to ensure all parts defined by Engineering are installed during the assembly/installation process.
Assist in make-or-buy proposals and recommend corrective actions for areas of responsibility; evaluate vendors, attend vendor negotiations, and assist in resolving vendor problems.
Conduct research, investigation, and analysis in connection with assigned planning or other assigned projects, to ensure conformance to requirements.
Investigate and assist in preparing justification for equipment and facility requests.
Perform productibility studies from engineering drawings to identify opportunities to enhance manufacturing ability to meet requirements.
Participate in Design for Manufacturing assessments with Engineering.
Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential; make necessary computer inputs and generate data or reports as needed.
Perform audit of co-workers output based on defined requirements and procedures.
Incorporate Lean Manufacturing Methodology into existing and future processes.
Lead/coordinate the implementation of projects between multiple organizations with minimal supervision.
Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to manufacturing methods as a team member or leader.
Support all Safety, Sustainability and Ergonomic Initiatives.
Aid in development and maintenance of Business Continuity Plan.
Ensure Quality policies are being practiced; make recommendations and implement procedures to improve quality.
Initiate and maintain accurate daily/weekly activity status based on work output, as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.