Manufacturing Engineer - ARG Lamination Dept

Fuyao Glass America Inc • Moraine, OH

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About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer analyzes, improves, and supports manufacturing processes and production equipment for FGA’s automotive glass operation, specifically in the ARG Lamination department. The role focuses on process optimization, equipment reliability, production quality, and continuous improvement.

The engineer works with production, engineering, and maintenance personnel to troubleshoot operational problems, support equipment installation and upkeep, review manufacturing documentation, monitor production performance, and provide limited technical direction to operators. Key performance indicators include output, yield, and safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering field.
• Ability to read and understand documents such as safety rules and operating and maintenance instructions, and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
• Ability to speak effectively and interact with team members, engineers, leadership, and customers.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with manufacturing software.
• Ability to stand for long periods; turn at the waist, reach, bend, squat, and lift up to 50 pounds; and pass static grip-strength requirements.
• Visual acuity including near and far acuity, depth perception, color vision, and field of vision.
• Ability to use required safety equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed work boots.

Nice To Haves

• Competence in solving difficult production problems.
• Familiarity with production management knowledge and practices.
• Leadership, communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Skill in coating technology, enhancement, and training subordinates.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing processes and production flow to improve efficiency, quality, consistency, and reduce variation.
• Troubleshoot production equipment and mechanical systems, identify root causes of malfunctions or interruptions, and recommend or implement corrective actions.
• Monitor and support installation, operation, maintenance, and repair activities for manufacturing equipment.
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance safety, efficiency, throughput, and product performance.
• Collaborate with engineers, maintenance personnel, and production teams to resolve technical and operational problems.
• Review technical drawings, work instructions, process documents, and production specifications to support manufacturing activities.
• Monitor production conditions, process results, and equipment performance to identify trends, defects, recurring issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Provide limited technical direction to production operators on equipment operation, process adherence, and troubleshooting.
• Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned or reassigned by management.

What This Job Offers

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