Manufacturing Engineer - Tempering Pre-Assembly Dept

Fuyao Glass America • Moraine, OH

18d

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer analyzes, improves, and supports manufacturing processes and production equipment for FGA’s automotive glass operation. The role evaluates production flow, process parameters, operating conditions, equipment performance, and process data to improve efficiency, product quality, consistency, and reliability. It troubleshoots equipment and mechanical systems, identifies root causes of malfunctions and process interruptions, and recommends or implements corrective actions. The position supports equipment installation, operation, maintenance, and repair, coordinating with maintenance and technical personnel as needed.

The engineer collaborates with engineers, maintenance personnel, and production teams to resolve technical and operational problems, interpret technical drawings and production documents, and provide day-to-day technical direction to operators. The role also monitors production performance and implements process improvements to support throughput, safety, and product performance. Key performance indicators are output, yield, and safety.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering field. The employee must be at least 18 years old, have relevant mathematical, reasoning, communication, and computer skills, and be capable of meeting the listed physical and visual requirements. The workplace commonly uses English and/or Mandarin. The employee is regularly required to stand for long periods and may be exposed to extreme heat; noise is usually moderate. Safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed work boots are listed as safety requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering field.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to read, understand, and comprehend safety rules and operating and maintenance instructions, and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions.
• Ability to speak effectively and interact with team members, engineers, leadership, and customers.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with manufacturing software.
• Competence in solving difficult production problems and familiarity with production management knowledge and ability.
• Competence in leadership, communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform turning, reaching, bending, squatting, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to pass static strength requirements (grip).
• Visual acuity including near acuity, far acuity, depth perception, color vision, and field of vision.
• Ability to meet the position's safety requirements, including use of safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed work boots.
• Core Foundation Competencies include ethics, integrity, values, and trust.

Nice To Haves

• Languages commonly spoken in the workplace are English and/or Mandarin.
• Skill in coating technology, enhancing, and training subordinates.

Responsibilities

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

What This Job Offers

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