Manufacturing Engineer II

Generac•Eagle, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world. Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries. The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for ongoing process improvement initiatives that deliver excellence across entire value chain. This position develops and improves manufacturing processes and product quality by studying product and manufacturing methods, identifying areas of improvement, and working with manufacturing personnel to ensure plans are implemented.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology
3-5 years related experience in the Engineering function within a similar working environment.
Proficiency in CAD (AutoCAD, Solid Works and/or ProE)
Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills
Knowledge of lean principles and process improvements
Diverse skills and experience leading projects
Experience collaborating cross-functionally to achieve desired results
Experience operating in high mix, low volume and high volume, low mix production environments
Demonstrated skills in problem solving and conflict resolution
Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing Engineering experience.

Responsibilities

Responsible for coordinating the successful launch of New Product Introductions (NPI) within Operations.
Contribute to facility transformation, technology transfer and ongoing maintenance of mixed model lines or value streams.
Ensure ongoing success of process improvement initiatives by implementing policies, procedures and process documentation.
Implement demand driven principles and strategies that supports operational excellence and long range plans. (Flexibility, Speed & Responsiveness)
Ensure product, material and information streams flow and are synchronized to produce maximum efficiencies and lowest cost of operation.
Contribute to creation of innovative ideas to improve business results.
Deploy standard Generac tools, methodologies, standards, practices and processes.
Implement objectives to include continuous improvement initiatives to achieve customer satisfaction and fulfillment needs.
Work closely with shop floor personnel to promote ongoing continuous improvement of manufacturing methods, systems and controls.
Responsible for area layouts, process definition, PLC programming, design/selection, justification, and implementation of equipment, programs, and tooling.