Manufacturing Engineer-Advanced Planning

Caterpillar • Mapleton, IL

391d • $95,640 - $143,520

About The Position

The Advanced Planning Manufacturing Engineer at Caterpillar's Mapleton Foundry plays a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing manufacturing systems and operations. This position focuses on enhancing machining processes and ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in production. The engineer will manage projects from concept to completion, contributing to the overall performance of the foundry and helping to meet customer expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience desired.
• Working knowledge of judgment and decision-making processes.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and implementation.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and safe operation.
• Extensive experience in manufacturing safety and regulatory compliance.
• Extensive experience in manufacturing problem management processes.
• Basic understanding of effective project management strategies.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with New Capital Implementation Process
• Thorough knowledge of CNC machinery

Responsibilities

• Utilize NCI and KPI updates for all new capital projects to run machining projects to completion.
• Contribute to launching new machining capital projects to improve Safety, Quality, Velocity, and Cost.
• Identify work-related hazards and perform necessary activities to meet regulatory safety requirements.
• Work closely with all departments to define requirements for future projects and improve current processes.
• Develop scope of work and justifications for project approval and work with vendors to implement project details.
• Coordinate the purchase and application of machine tools, automation controls, and robotics to increase operational efficiency.
• Design complex jigs and fixtures.
• Utilize lean manufacturing principles to create balanced layouts and processing within operations.
• Assist in developing training programs on machining functionality and processes.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid vacation days and paid holidays
• 401k savings plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Healthy Lifestyle Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees