Manufacturing Engineer- 2nd shift

TKP Thermo King Puerto Rico • Arecibo, PR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. This role plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes and/or projects at the site level to optimize the manufacturing of units and required components.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (BSIE, BSME, BSEE)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in manufacturing industry.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures.
• Problem solving skills.
• Excellent presentation and communications skills (English/ Spanish)
• Team work oriented
• Conflict management skills.
• Good interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Computer knowledge (MS Office, project planning, etc.)
• Knowledgeable of ISO
• Knowledge of Lean / DFT theory and implementation

Nice To Haves

• EIT and active member of CIAPR, preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Responsibilities

• Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods.
• Supervises the activities of Manufacturing Technicians and Utilities Personnel to achieve objectives regarding quality, production, cost, and customer deliveries.
• Evaluates Manufacturing Technicians and Utilities Personnel performance and completes necessary documentation.
• Participates in staffing process and training/development needs.
• Revises on a daily basis Manufacturing Technicians and Utilities Personnel attendance and timecards in Kronos. Ensures proper information is provided in the system to document any discrepancy.
• Conducts/leads or participates in Process Mapping, FMEA, and Problem-Solving initiatives to promote and ensure that plant processes are continuously improving and operating in a waste elimination mode.
• Implements processes in accordance to Lean principles and serves as facilitator for other employees including supervision, management and hourlies, to work within lean principles.
• Prepares and implements detailed plans to ensure that new technology and product transfers and new product introductions are implemented within the required timeframe and cost.
• Facilitates/leads implementation of processes required to achieve elements of the facility Strategic Plan and Scorecard objectives including elements such as 5S, ISO, Ergonomics program and Operational Excellence Plan.
• Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and required tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• Confers with vendors to determine tools, product and services specifications and arranges for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Identifies needs and proposes elements to be included in the annual Capital Plan.
• Coordinates implementation of projects included in the facility annual Capital Plan and ensures timely implementation of it as per schedule.
• Trains other employees in Lean and other processes such as ISO procedures, PFMEA, Process Mapping and use of appropriate manufacturing methods.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
• Maintain the work area clean and organized.
• Support lean initiatives (5s, RIE’s, SQDIP, MDI, 9 step).
• Comply with company policies and procedures, including EHS and ISO requirements.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Holistic wellness programs with generous incentives
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

What This Job Offers

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