SwapLoader - Manufacturing Engineer

EFCO Formwork Solutions•Des Moines, IA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer supports the manufacturing of SwapLoader hook-lift systems and related truck-mounted equipment through process improvement, quality engineering, tooling design, and manufacturing optimization. The role serves as a technical subject matter expert on SwapLoader products, building a deep understanding of product design, manufacturing processes, assembly methods, hydraulic systems, and field performance. It supports initiatives to improve safety, quality, manufacturability, reliability, and customer satisfaction, including resolution of complex product and warranty concerns. The position designs and implements manufacturing tooling and production improvements, carries out quality engineering and root-cause investigations, and provides product reliability and field support. It also improves manufacturing processes, develops standardized work instructions, and coordinates with Product Engineering on manufacturability, inspection criteria, and new product launches. Additional duties or special projects may be assigned as organizational needs change. This position works 100% onsite at the company’s Des Moines, Iowa headquarters. It includes occasional travel to customer, dealer, and distributor locations as needed to investigate field failures and diagnose root causes. The role has medium physical demands and may involve lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and exposure to environmental conditions such as heat, cold, fumes, odors, gases, and noise. Personal protective equipment must be worn as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
3–5 years of experience in manufacturing or a related industry.
Excellent PC skills.
Strong working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Knowledge of life-safety practices and environmental compliance regulations.
Ability to work effectively under pressure, exercise good judgment, and manage multiple priorities.
Ability to perform the job functions at the company office or worksite.
Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, and noise.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement weld fixtures, assembly fixtures, jigs, tooling, and manufacturing aids.
Design and improve material-handling systems, carts, lifting devices, storage solutions, and workstations.
Manage tooling and equipment improvement projects from concept through implementation.
Collaborate with production teams to improve ergonomics, safety, quality, and productivity.
Work with vendors and internal teams to source and deploy tooling and production equipment.
Execute quality improvement projects involving welded structures, hydraulic systems, machined components, and final assembly.
Investigate manufacturing defects, weld quality concerns, hydraulic performance issues, warranty claims, and customer feedback.
Facilitate root-cause analysis and corrective actions using structured problem-solving methods and tools, including Faro CMM inspection.
Develop process controls, inspection plans, and quality standards.
Monitor and report quality metrics related to reliability, dimensional accuracy, weld quality, and hydraulic performance.
Partner with Engineering and Production to improve manufacturability and reduce recurring issues.
Develop and maintain working knowledge of SwapLoader products, including welded structures, hydraulic systems, mechanical assemblies, installation methods, and field operation.
Serve as the primary technical resource for investigating product, manufacturing, assembly, and warranty-related concerns.
Travel to customer, dealer, and distributor locations as needed to evaluate field failures and diagnose root causes.
Coordinate corrective actions between Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Service teams.
Analyze warranty trends and field performance data to identify product and process improvement opportunities.
Communicate findings, recommendations, and corrective actions to internal and external stakeholders.
Improve welding, powder coat, and final assembly processes to support safety, quality, capacity, and efficiency.
Develop standardized work instructions and manufacturing methods.
Analyze production flow, layouts, and labor utilization to improve throughput and reduce waste.
Coordinate with Product Engineering regarding manufacturability, tolerances, inspection criteria, and new product launches.
Participate in audits, continuous improvement events, and special projects.
Perform additional duties as assigned to meet organizational goals and priorities.