Manufacturing Engineer

KEB AMERICA INC•Shakopee, MN

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY The manufacturing engineer is responsible for establishing and improving manufacturing methods, providing support to manufacturing departments, and improving quality and reducing costs in manufacturing. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Process Design and Implementation to ensure Productions goals are being met Design using SolidWorks and produce tooling and fixtures for manufacturing testing Utilize CAD/CAM package Establish and define processes, provide setup information, and process information Detail tooling lists Quality Control evaluation and recommendation for improvements Cost analysis by reviewing and calculating labor, material, costs. Provide Production timelines and help make informed decisions regarding Production requirements. Support problem solving for manufacturing operations Create product routings, manufacturing methods, quality forms, and operation process sketches as necessary Provide continuous manufacturing and cost improvements Implement process control techniques Purchase and facilitate supplies necessary for manufacturing Investigate or resolve operational problems, such as material use variances or bottlenecks Prepare documentation for new manufacturing processes or engineer processes Provide technical expertise or support related to manufacturing Ability to apply leadership skills for future department growth Follow safety rules and keep clean/ orderly work area Perform other duties as required or assigned Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. REPORTING RELATIONSHIP(S): Reports directly to Vice President of Operations

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering (or similar areas of study)
2 years in a related field
Experience using SolidWorks and CAD programs
Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience or manufacturing technician
Knowledge of SolidWorks
Knowledge of machining and the machining industry
Basic understanding of quality principles and inspection techniques
Knowledge of CAD and CAM systems
Knowledge of personal computers
Creative thinking skills
Ability to have attention to detail
Ability to communicate well to other members of the team
Ability to work with independently and with other members of the team
Knowledge of hand and power tools
Ability to follow work instructions accurately
Ability to do accurate work at a rapid pace
Ability to multi-task
Ability to proficiently read and write in English
Ability to follow all safety rules
Knowledge of machine operations on an intermediate level
Ability to read and understand a blueprint, tolerance, and draft symbols
Ability to write programs
Ability to do machining problem solving
Ability to solve tooling issues
Ability to work sedentary at a desk as well as on the production floor
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to lift, push, pull and sit as needed
Some repetitive motions/tasks
Travel potentially 3-4 times per year (as needed)

Responsibilities

Process Design and Implementation to ensure Productions goals are being met
Design using SolidWorks and produce tooling and fixtures for manufacturing testing
Utilize CAD/CAM package
Establish and define processes, provide setup information, and process information
Detail tooling lists
Quality Control evaluation and recommendation for improvements
Cost analysis by reviewing and calculating labor, material, costs.
Provide Production timelines and help make informed decisions regarding Production requirements.
Support problem solving for manufacturing operations
Create product routings, manufacturing methods, quality forms, and operation process sketches as necessary
Provide continuous manufacturing and cost improvements
Implement process control techniques
Purchase and facilitate supplies necessary for manufacturing
Investigate or resolve operational problems, such as material use variances or bottlenecks
Prepare documentation for new manufacturing processes or engineer processes
Provide technical expertise or support related to manufacturing
Ability to apply leadership skills for future department growth
Follow safety rules and keep clean/ orderly work area
Perform other duties as required or assigned