Manufacturing Engineer I, II or Sr.

MicroPort Orthopedics • Lakeland, TN

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About The Position

As Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for the planning, development and execution of manufacturing processes. You will perform as a project leader in the capacity of determining optimal fabrication methods, develop manufacturing procedures, perform process validations and track/report the progress of assigned projects. As Manufacturing Engineer, you will also support development projects for DFM, new manufacturing technology integration (additive manufacturing), cost/continuous improvement, PFMEA and the achievement of product cost objectives.

Requirements

• Broad background and knowledge of many manufacturing processes.
• Experience with CNC machining, manual machining, metal finishing/grinding and assembly is required.
• Must have a working knowledge of CAD/CAM systems and be familiar with 3D models.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology or related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years in a manufacturing engineering position in a machine shop environment (for I level).
• Minimum of 4 years in a manufacturing engineering position in a machine shop environment (for II level).
• Minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing engineering position in a machine shop environment (for Sr. level).
• CNC Programming knowledge required (for Sr. level).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with additive manufacturing (3D printing)
• Experience with production automation

Responsibilities

• Through an understanding of engineering prints, you must be able to create router steps, CNC part programs, work instructions and bill of materials for designed parts and assemblies.
• Conduct process validations, make process adjustments and complete PFMEAs.
• Understand the tooling and fixturing requirements needed to manufacture various products.
• Identify, define and execute cost improvement projects (CIPs) to reduce cost, scrap or waste and/or increase manufacturing productivity. Ability to lead cross-functional CIP teams, understand product cost analysis and track progress to a set project schedule.
• Handle multiple projects and be capable of managing priorities to achieve project objectives.
• Assist other engineers, engineering technicians and operators on equipment and process operations.
• Collaborate with R&D (design engineers) on the manufacturability of new products. A thorough knowledge of GD&T and the manufacturing equipment/processes in the plant.
• Investigate or diagnose manufacturing process/equipment issues, develop a plan and implement solutions to resolve the problems.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Maternity Leave
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Bereavement
• 401(k) (up to 4% match with vesting from day 1)
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education Assistance

What This Job Offers

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