Production Engineer - Assembly

AISIN•Durham, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer, Assembly supports manufacturing by maintaining automated assembly processes and troubleshooting and providing engineering solutions for assembly lines and the shop floor. The role monitors product development and works to improve manufacturing operations. It is hands-on, with most time spent on the production floor and in manufacturing areas supporting production. The position plans and installs machinery and equipment for new or re-tooled product lines, addresses equipment and process issues, and implements design and process changes to improve efficiency. It also supports quality and cost improvements through machine, jig, and process changes; ensures new equipment is installed and ready for quality production; develops plans and budgets for investments and tooling; documents process and equipment changes; and implements kaizens to improve manufacturing metrics such as availability and labor reductions.

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.
Troubleshooting, problem-solving, and multitasking ability in an engineering role.
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related area of study.
Must perform job duties onsite when necessary, except duties customarily or by their nature performed offsite.
Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple assignments, and complete them within deadlines and budgets with satisfactory quality.
Must be able to operate as an effective team member 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.
Must be willing and available to travel as needed to meet business needs; travel is approximately 0%.

Responsibilities

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