Manufacturing Engineer

Dover Corporation • De Pere, WI

31d • Onsite

About The Position

For more than 35 years, PDQ, A Dover Company, has provided the car wash industry with cutting-edge technological advances in car wash equipment and car wash systems, including the first contouring arch and the Virtual Treadle. We are proud to be recognized as the world-leading manufacturer of touchless carwash equipment and the creator of one of the most powerful names in the industry.

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $8 billion. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.

Job Summary: Develop and improve manufacturing functions and layouts for all PDQ facilities.

Requirements

• Computer proficiency in a Windows environment is required, preferably with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes associated with the production of engineered products is required.
• Must possess strong working knowledge of manufacturing materials and construction technologies.
• Blueprint reading skills are required.
• Knowledge of assembly methods used in all areas is required.
• Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 2 years’ CAD experience is preferred.
• Prior experience using Oracle or similar manufacturing software is preferred.
• Knowledge and application of ISO standards in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience with implementing and driving Lean Manufacturing principles is preferred.
• Estimating skills for manufactured parts cost and assembly time are preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA and environmental standards is preferred.
• Electrical testing experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare economic justification for capital equipment procurement and installation.
• Prepare plant layouts and determine process flow.
• Develop and improve manufacturing processes for assembly and fabrication.
• Provide manufacturing design support to R&D for manufacturability and cost reduction.
• Assist in the construction of new product prototypes.
• Organize transition of new products from R&D to production.
• Ensure Assembly and Shipping Work Instructions are created.
• Supervise the design and coordinate the completion of Assembly fixtures.
• Assist in training personnel in proper Assembly techniques.
• Prepare pilot production runs.
• Approve part releases for Manufacturing.
• Establish testing procedures and quality checks for production equipment.
• Set up required OSHA programs and safety inspection reports.
• Establish and maintain required environmental compliance programs.
• Design and implement storage and material handling systems for production.
• Coordinate with the Product Engineering Department for smooth transitions of Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and effectively communicate these changes to the employees.
• Promote and participate in Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
• Observe and enforce all safety rules and PPE requirements applicable to the area.
• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to product, process and quality systems.
• Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process and quality system.
• Initiate, recommend or provide solutions through designated channels.
• Verify the implementation of solutions.
• Control further processing, delivery or installation of non-conforming product until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.

Benefits

• a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
• medical, dental and vision insurance
• wellness programs
• health savings account
• health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• company paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance
• supplemental employee and dependent life insurance
• optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
• adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance
• commuter benefits
• parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence
• paid time off
• business travel services
• employee discounts
• an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services

What This Job Offers

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