Manufacturing Engineer

ASSA ABLOY•Berlin, CT

9d•Onsite

About The Position

At ASSA ABLOY, global teams collaborate to create products and services that simplify everyday routines and enhance convenience, safety, and visibility. The Manufacturing Engineer will spearhead product improvements, cost-reduction initiatives, and new product development. This position is onsite Monday through Friday at the company’s Berlin, Connecticut office and reports directly to the Profit Center General Manager. The role develops and improves manufacturing processes, production lines, quality plans, and manufacturing documentation. It also supports lean manufacturing, equipment purchases and installation, quality improvement, product design and introduction, project coordination, and technical issue resolution with internal and external customers and vendors. ASSA ABLOY describes itself as a global access-solutions leader with nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 countries. The company highlights feedback, training, development opportunities, career growth, and diverse, inclusive teams.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and/or Manufacturing, or equivalent.
Experience with assembly operations, metal machining processes, and tool design.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing practices, including Kanban, Poke-Yoke, JIT, and Value Stream Mapping.
Ability to think progressively and creatively while considering the future of the company and its employees.
Teamwork and collaboration capabilities.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Strong written and public-speaking communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Three to five years of Manufacturing Engineer experience preferred.
Recent graduates with solid internship experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Develop, document, and improve manufacturing processes.
Develop quality plans for products.
Develop and implement corrective actions based on root cause analysis.
Develop lean manufacturing procedures, reduce product lead time, and promote a visual factory environment.
Plan, commission, and maintain machine and assembly production lines.
Lead quality improvement efforts through training, communication, and implementation of new processes.
Manage equipment purchases and installation.
Prepare manufacturing documentation.
Coordinate projects.
Work with internal and external customers and vendors to resolve issues and provide technical support.
Contribute as a key member of the Product Design Team, working with Design Engineers to develop and introduce new products.
Establish and maintain cellular layouts.
Lead and direct meetings with team members and hourly associates.

Benefits

Paid time off, including sick and vacation days.
14 paid holidays.
Job-protected leave benefits in accordance with applicable law.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Health and flexible savings accounts, subject to eligibility requirements.
401(k) plan with employer contributions and matching, subject to plan eligibility.
Supplemental life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
Employee discounts.
Training and development opportunities.