Manufacturing Engineer

Pregis•Tulsa, OK

11d•Onsite

About The Position

If you enjoy solving manufacturing challenges and making a direct impact on production operations, this role offers the opportunity to support new line expansions, improve assembly processes, and drive continuous improvement across the facility. Working in our state-of-the-art facility, closely with operators, supervisors, and cross-functional teams, you'll lead process improvement efforts, develop standardized work, reduce waste, improve quality, and help optimize how products are manufactured. This is a hands-on Manufacturing Engineering role focused on process excellence rather than product design.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related ABET-accredited program
Manufacturing Engineering experience in a production environment
Experience with process improvement, root cause analysis, and manufacturing documentation
Strong communication skills and ability to influence change across multiple levels of the organization
Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

Assembly manufacturing experience
Problem solving focus and the ability to think creatively troubleshoot machine issues, design constraints, and other roadblocks
Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and pneumatic systems
Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience
Experience developing SOPs, standard work, and process instructions

Responsibilities

Conduct studies that determine the most efficient sequence of operations and workflows and recommend methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel
Validate BOMs, work instructions, and other documentation against production and customer requirements
Analyze production processes, methods, and other data to optimize production
Identify opportunities to standardize improvements to machine assembly and apply them to other applicable applications across various machine platforms.
Resolve issues and delays in production using independent judgment and discretion
Collaborate with remote engineering teams to prepare new machines for production release
Aid QA department with process improvement and manufacturing work instruction updates
Create and modify work instructions
Analyze and plan workflow, equipment placement and space requirements to improve manufacturing efficiency, using a lean six-sigma and industrial engineering approach
Assist in design of assembly fixtures and jigs to aid the assembly process
Work closely with vendors for manufacturing fixture and test equipment development
Translate 3-D assembly models and detailed assembly drawings into manufacturing, along with identified CTQ’s (Critical to Quality)
Participate in DFMEA and DFA reviews with design engineering and drive PFMEA, particularly for new products and significant design changes
Balance multiple projects concurrently
Execute implementation of engineering changes into production
Domestic travel will be required periodically