Production Engineer - Assembly

AISIN World Corp. of America•Durham, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer, Assembly supports manufacturing by maintaining automated assembly processes. The role troubleshoots assembly-line and shop-floor issues and develops engineering solutions. It monitors aspects of product development and seeks to improve manufacturing operations. This is a hands-on position, with most time spent on the production floor and in manufacturing areas supporting production.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in an engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of automated machinery and assembly processes.
Demonstrated experience with PFMEAs, statistical probability, and root cause analysis.
Familiarity with robotics and AutoCAD.
Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities in an engineering role.
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related area of study.
Must be able to operate a personal computer, telephone, and other office equipment, with reasonable accommodation.
Must be able to work onsite when necessary, except for duties customarily or by their nature performed offsite.
Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple assignments to deadlines and budgets with satisfactory quality.
Must be able to operate as an effective team member.
Must be committed to a high standard of safety and comply with safety laws and company safety policies.
Must maintain an acceptable attendance record.
Must be willing and available to work weekends and holidays as business needs require.

Responsibilities

Plan and install machinery and equipment for new or retooled product lines.
Troubleshoot equipment and process issues on the manufacturing floor.
Implement design and process changes to improve equipment and manufacturing efficiency.
Conduct root cause analysis and develop countermeasures for quality issues.
Continuously improve quality and cost through machine, jig, and process improvements.
Design, specify, and implement improvements.
Provide line support to repair and improve machines.
Ensure new equipment is properly installed and ready for quality production.
Plan and develop budgets for investments and tooling for new programs.
Create documentation for process and equipment changes.
Implement kaizens to improve manufacturing metrics, including availability and labor reductions.