Manufacturing Engineer: 1st shift; Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

Skills Inc.•Auburn, WA

24d•$27 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

As part of our recent growth, we are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will develop and improve manufacturing processes by studying and implementing production, manufacturing and finish methods.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of aerospace manufacturing drawings, specifications and engineering requirements.
Ability to write clear, accurate, comprehensive and concise documents, formatted to increase information accessibility and grammatically correct.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and experienced in developing win-win relationships with coworkers, customers, suppliers, and auditors.
Solution orientated, able to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions to solve a wide range of difficult problems in practice and cost effective ways.
Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Accepting of criticism and ability to deal calmly and effectively with stressful situations.
Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Ability to identify, organize, estimate and recognize differences or similarities.
Ability to deal with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles.
Ability to provide direction and guidance.
Ability to read, write, communicate and/or follow written and verbal instructions in English.
Ability to communicate in English through voice, or American Sign Language or adaptive technology.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Five (5) years Aerospace experience.
Three to five (3-5) years Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer Planning experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the fabrication, assembly, application of protective finishes, and inspection of structural aerospace products. Catia v5 experience a plus.
Thorough knowledge of AS9100 quality system requirements. Familiarity of Nadcap requirements a plus.

Responsibilities

Evaluate manufacturing processes by applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling and materials.
Develop manufacturing processes by studying product requirements.
Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
Provide manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor and material costs; reviewing production schedules and estimating future requirements.
Use process steps to define and call out reasonable set up and run times.
Write operator work instructions and inspection documents to ensure compliance with product, process and system requirements.
Accurately interpret aerospace manufacturing drawings, specifications and engineering requirements. Provide technical support and training to coworkers, customers, and suppliers.
Write mistake-proof work instructions and manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with product, process and system requirements; reduce variation and improve repeatability.
Refine and enhance products and processes by applying continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles and techniques.
Provide technical support and training to coworkers, customers, and suppliers.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, company and customer requirements.
Act as primary point of contact for supplier inquires, product and process conformance decisions, and process improvement activities.
Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.