Manufacturing Engineer III

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc.•Springfield, MA

13d•$80,000 - $118,250•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer III will develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. The position will recommend and implement improvements to production processes, methods and controls. It will also coordinate manufacturing launch for new or revised products. Priorities include process improvement, problem resolution, project management and employee training.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree (BSME) or equivalent
10+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment (preferably in the firearms industry)
Strong understanding of lean principles
Experience in addressing needs and concerns of shop personnel in a manufacturing environment
Exceptional customer service skills
Must have working command of the English language
Must be able to read, write and interpret the English language
Must be able to communicate in English verbally and in writing (verbal instructions, written memos and instructions)
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

SolidWorks and or CAM knowledge a plus
CMM programming & PC-DMIS a plus
Complete all necessary training as required by assigned department and position
Participate in and follow all company initiatives
Participate in continuous improvement projects (Kaizen events, 5S, etc)

Responsibilities

Performs research, design and development of manufacturing processes, including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment.
Must be able to understand and interpret complex part drawings and understand product design intent.
Coordinates the manufacturing launch of new/revised products, including establishing goals, training team members and evaluating results.
Use appropriate project management techniques to insure tools, gauges, fixtures, equipment, routings and CMM/CNC programs are fully defined, documented and implemented.
Designs, develops, tests or sources and cost-justifies various tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.
Performs product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement and efficiency improvement.
Responsibility to manage and maintain the accuracy of the S&W manufacturing routing database including operation sequence and description, labor hours, set-up and changeover times and machine cycle times as well as appropriate work instructions where applicable.
Must work effectively with external technical support, and continuously train internal staff.
Represents manufacturing on cross-functional teams.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Works with minimal supervision, establish priority and meet scheduled completion dates.
Performs other related duties as assigned