Manufacturing Engineer
About The Position
The Manufacturing Engineer sustains continual improvement in business processes through lean manufacturing and other improvement techniques. The role collects and analyzes data and leads actions to improve safety, quality, and overall process effectiveness. It solves problems, supports process adherence, develops and executes objectives, and contributes to short-term and some long-term business goals. The engineer leads continuous improvement and Lean transformation efforts in Building 18, working hands-on with machinery and operators to troubleshoot machine failures, process breakdowns, and sources of quality defects. The role also improves production methods, workflows, layouts, and costs; coordinates with planning, design, vendors, and internal teams; and applies statistical methods to estimate manufacturing requirements and evaluate process changes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree, MET, EET, or PLET degree; alternatively, a high school diploma or GED with at least 6–8 years of manufacturing experience.
- Ability to use manufacturing Lean principles for area rearrangements, new product introduction, and problem solving.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience with CAD software.
- Ability to create production drawings from pre-existing models using model dimensions.
- Ability to create new models using pre-existing conditions.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Ability to influence others and lead teams.
- Ability to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact.
- Ability to multitask across multiple operational initiatives.
- Strong problem-identification and solution skills.
- Proven analytical and quality/process-improvement skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
- Strong change-management capabilities.
- Willingness to challenge established practices, take on tough challenges, and grow professionally.
Responsibilities
- Develop, observe, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods and processes to reduce costs.
- Lead the operational team with a project-based continuous improvement mindset and identify innovative ways to execute the production plan.
- Manage cost accounts and projects associated with expense reductions.
- Review space requirements and workflow, and design equipment and workspace layouts for maximum efficiency.
- Coordinate with planning and design staff on product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
- Develop and execute process-improvement strategies that challenge existing operational approaches.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to redesign workflows and introduce innovative manufacturing techniques.
- Help shift the organizational mindset from traditional to progressive manufacturing approaches.
- Consult vendors about product specifications, arrange purchases of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluate products against specifications and quality standards.
- Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to inform management decisions.
- Communicate manufacturing capabilities and other production considerations to management, engineering, and other staff.
- Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and assess process changes and improvements.
- Use Lean principles for area rearrangements, new product introduction, and problem solving; lead Lean transformation within Building 18.
- Work with machinery and operators on the manufacturing floor to troubleshoot equipment failures, process breakdowns, and quality defects.
Benefits
- Health, welfare, and retirement benefits are available; details are provided at mywabtecbenefits.com.
- Annual bonus may be offered if eligible.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
