Manufacturing Engineer

GM•Toledo, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is technical in nature with decisions made within the limits of general practices, policies, and standards. Work is performed in a manufacturing plant where creativity and initiative are exercised as well as independent judgment. Work involves the need to troubleshoot issues and support problem-solving practices. The successful candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting equipment and implementing permanent corrective solutions in a manufacturing department. May involve training others and assigning work to a small group of employees. This role is categorized as onsite, requiring the successful candidate to report to the Toledo, Ohio plant on a full-time basis. Sponsorship is not provided for this role.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or equivalent experience
Demonstrated high level of analytical ability including experience with structured technical problem; can include RedX or Design for Six Sigma methods.
Work in a Team Environment to understand Product, Processes, and Failure Modes
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and difficult projects and assignments with high level of autonomy and accountability for results
Demonstrates initiative by reaching beyond work assigned to improve output and/or help others
Proven ability in managing large and complex projects
Experience in troubleshooting production equipment
Strong technical knowledge and ability in process engineering disciplines
Strong knowledge and ability to implement GMS principles

Nice To Haves

Experience with gear and aluminum machining, assembly processes, and testing and verification systems

Responsibilities

Supports continuous improvement projects
Approval of process documentation
Diagnose, analyze, and document emergent tooling issues
Creation of Engineering sufficiency plans as required
Ensure supply base adheres to GM standards and quality and manufacturing processes are enabled
Design, analyze and implement product or machinery designs for best method for manufacturing processes
Propose and evaluate the processes for equipment in assigned area
Direct the design, development, and/or improvement of manufacturing processes for assigned area
Regular contact with others outside the work group including leading cross-functional teams
Provide direction to small group of technical employees
Responsible to evaluate or monitor expenditures for processes and/or equipment
Troubleshoot issues and support problem-solving practices
Analyze data to support cost reductions and tool life improvements
Work autonomously with occasional guidance from supervision
Work across multiple functions, training others, and assign work to a small group of employees
Play a key role as the tooling and gaging point of contact