Manufacturing Engineer

Dover Corporation•Salisbury, MD

1d•$78,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

MPG delivers radio frequency (RF) spectrum-centric solutions at the speed of technology. We enable mission-critical communications and space-based missions with ruggedized RF components, subsystems, and turn-key solutions. Civilian government, military and commercial customers rely on MPG's deep engineering expertise, and scalable manufacturing capability to deliver what they need, when they need it. MPG operates engineering and manufacturing facilities in: Austin, TX; Columbia, MD; Ventura, CA; West Chester, OH; Salisbury, MD; Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic; and York, United Kingdom. POSITION OVERVIEW: Plans, directs and coordinates manufacturing processes. Develops and improves manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods and quality control standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering required with five years of related experience or 10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience
Ability to apply and facilitate others on the basics of continuous improvement (LEAN) principles utilizing techniques such as: Value Stream mapping, Leadership Standard Work (LSW), A3 facilitation
Must be able to demonstrate use of Windows based software tools such as: Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher, PowerPoint or equal
High degree of interpersonal and communication skills required
Understanding and use of complex process methodologies in order to develop parts and assemblies in at least one discipline (Machining, castings or Injection molding).
Good Industrial engineering skills (time motion studies, ergonomics, cycle time, takt time, JIT, etc.)
Good ERP exposure (has worked through issues to release BOM’s, routings, setup, queue, costing, etc. for complex bill).

Nice To Haves

Understanding of RF Theory and the cause and effect relationship between electrical and mechanical properties may be utilized in higher levels of position.

Responsibilities

Documents manufacturing methods in a manner in which others can produce a product with little or no knowledge of the product.
Aids in product design utilizing Design for Manufacturing and Assembly concepts. Works with design engineering for introduction of new products to production.
Analyses and plans work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
Confers with vendors to determine product specification and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials or parts.
Estimates production times, staffing requirements and related costs. Confers with management and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, etc. to facilitate production processes.
Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements. Understanding of RF Theory and the cause and effect relationship between electrical and mechanical properties may be utilized in higher levels of position.
Has direct influence on Continuous Improvement methodologies and creating a culture of learning and growth.
Design and implement engineering and/or process solutions for increased quality, improved throughput and reduced costs
Development of automation for assembly or testing phases
Apply lean manufacturing techniques to existing manual assembly lines to improve quality and productivity
Work with design engineers to transition new product/improvements into assemblies which can effectively be built with minimum variation by assembly personnel
Support continuous improvement initiatives including Kaizen activities and Lean 6Sigma implementation

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
10 paid holidays per calendar year
paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually
40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
tuition assistance
business travel services
employee discounts
an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services