Manufacturing Engineer

Kubota Corporation•Jefferson, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to make a difference in the world of manufacturing? As a key player in our team, you will design, develop, and enhance manufacturing processes that not only meet product requirements but also prioritize operator safety. Your expertise will shape the future of our production methods!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, with a focus on manufacturing.
Proficiency in dealing with complexity.
Leadership skills.
Knowledge of manufacturing methods.
Quality assurance skills.
Ability to present technical information.
Familiarity with CAD.
Familiarity with CAD/CAM circuit design.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AutoCAD.
Background in engineering within the manufacturing sector.
A Master’s degree in a manufacturing-related engineering field.

Responsibilities

Design manufacturing processes that prioritize operator safety, collaborating with equipment vendors.
Establish robust manufacturing processes with poka-yoke solutions to prevent quality issues, design testing methods, and evaluate finished products.
Analyze workflows, space requirements, and equipment layouts using Kubota’s 5-Gen and KPS Principles to drive efficiency and enhance productivity.
Provide critical insights for manufacturing decisions by calculating production costs, reviewing schedules, and estimating future needs.
Lead project-related activities, overseeing timelines, budgets, team coordination, and vendor procurement.
Collect, analyze, and summarize trends to prepare product and process reports, and create/maintain process documentation (SOPs, technical specifications).
Spearhead process design, optimization projects, and Kaizen initiatives to achieve safety, productivity, and quality targets.
Ensure compliance with government regulations.
Collaborate with maintenance teams to establish preventative maintenance initiatives for new equipment.
Follow company policies and seek opportunities for improvement.
Utilize CAD applications to develop and maintain design records for tooling and fixtures.
Implement new or revised processes by training technicians.
Keep professional knowledge sharp by attending workshops, reviewing publications, and participating in professional societies.
Support teammates whenever capacity issues arise.