Manufacturing Engineer - 1st Shift

Challenge Manufacturing•Holland, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer develops and implements optimal, 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. This is a first-shift position, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at the company's plant in Holland, Michigan.

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 or experience in automated assembly, cell layout, MS Office, BIW products, sheet metal fabrication and assembly, AutoCAD, and Plexus.
Process improvement skills and lean manufacturing knowledge.
Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Product dimensional data analysis skills.
Previous GD&T knowledge.
Interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
High standards of performance, accountability, thoroughness, accuracy, reliability, honesty, and integrity.
Ability to resolve conflict constructively, use feedback to improve, collaborate and share knowledge, and adapt positively to change.
Ability to move between work areas to support plant flow, work with urgency to meet customer needs, and maintain the skills and knowledge needed to perform all job responsibilities.
Dependable attendance and effective use of work time.

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 establishing goals, training team members, and evaluating results.
Design, develop, test or source, and cost-justify tools, machinery, and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.
Create and maintain job element sheets and standard work sheets.
Analyze products and processes to improve cost, quality, and efficiency.
Represent manufacturing on cross-functional teams.
Lead and support lean manufacturing initiatives, including cost reductions and productivity improvements.