Manufacturing Engineer

Safe Fleet • Belton, MO

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer develops and implements cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods that meet product specifications and quality standards. The role recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods, and controls, and coordinates manufacturing launches for new or revised products. Key priorities include process improvement, problem resolution, project management, and employee training.

The position works in both office and manufacturing environments and regularly collaborates with production personnel. It is a hybrid role located in Belton, Missouri, with 80% of the time spent at that location. The work environment includes an air-conditioned office and regular visits to an unheated or air-conditioned manufacturing or warehouse setting. The employee works with prototypes, tools, machinery, and manufactured components.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree from a four-year college or university in Engineering (such as Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering), or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of throughput, quality, and material flows.
• Knowledge of process improvement (CI) and lean manufacturing.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Cell layout experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English, with adequate hearing and visual acuity.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and perform effectively in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to meet physical demands that include frequent reaching, gripping, carrying up to 50 pounds, standing, stooping, bending, stretching, squatting, and walking, as well as being seated for a good portion of the day.
• Safety glasses and safety footwear are required on the plant floor in compliance with OSHA standards.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and develop manufacturing processes, including production flow, assembly methods, and production equipment.
• Prepare and maintain detailed layouts of buildings and equipment.
• Coordinate manufacturing launches for new or revised products, including setting goals, training team members, and evaluating results.
• Design, develop, test, or source tools, machinery, and equipment, and cost-justify recommended manufacturing methods.
• Create and maintain job element sheets and standard worksheets.
• Analyze products and processes to reduce costs and improve quality and efficiency.
• Represent manufacturing on cross-functional teams.
• Lead and support lean manufacturing initiatives, including cost reductions and productivity improvements.
• Follow safety requirements in the work area and practice 5S.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time