Manufacturing Engineer II, Savannah, GA, 5014

AVTECH Global • Savannah, GA

6d • $55 • 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 within a Production or Post-Production environment.

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.
• Must be 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.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Benefits

• coverage of up to one-half of employee's medical insurance premium for a base plan
• eight (8) paid holidays
• per diem split (if qualified)
• three (3) sets of uniforms (if applicable)
• opportunity to become a direct hire after ninety (90) days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level