Eng I - Manufacturing

ZF Group • Gainesville, GA

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About The Position

Plan and coordinate engineering activities for Axle Drive Unit product lines, including reducing non-productive downtime and supporting customer demand, volume, and quality targets. Support the installation of new or modified assembly equipment and plan and implement process improvements to ensure correct assembly, maintain productivity, and meet operational and quality targets.

The role works with suppliers and contractors, supports manufacturing expense and capital investment planning, and contributes to continuous development of assembly equipment and processes. It also provides technical troubleshooting, drives cost reduction and continuous improvement, and manages the Engineering Change Management process for new components and processes entering Axle Drive Unit assembly.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• 0–2 years of experience; internship or co-op experience included.
• English language competency.
• Strong computer skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience applying lean manufacturing methods, 8D problem-solving methodology, and DoE.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement procedures and policies using TS16949 and other quality procedures to keep production equipment in acceptable working condition.
• Support coordination of vendors and contractors installing new equipment, components, or processes, and evaluate their performance against specifications and quality standards.
• Assist with cost center budget planning for manufacturing expenses and capital equipment, providing technical information to justify expenses and investments.
• Contribute to continuous development of assembly equipment and processes using PFMEA and new technologies while supporting quality and business objectives.
• Provide technical clarification and troubleshoot problems affecting assembly safety and productivity.
• Reduce costs and non-value-added activities using ZFPS, VA/VE, or related lean principles.
• Support planning and execution of assembly cost-reduction efforts and problem-solving activities.
• Analyze efficiency levels and facilitate new designs and methods to support continuous improvement in OEE.
• Work with Supplier Quality, Assembly, Maintenance, and Process Quality to ensure final product quality meets customer and TS16949 requirements.
• Establish and manage the Engineering Change Management process and oversee introduction of new components or processes into Axle Drive Unit assembly.
• Perform related tasks as needed.

What This Job Offers

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