Manufacturing Engineer

Titan•Columbus, TX

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer designs, implements, and reviews procedures and equipment used in manufacturing and supporting processes. The role establishes best practices to improve employee efficiency and machine utilization, and manages industrial production processes, material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination. The position evaluates and improves quality-control processes and manufacturing practices; analyzes production processes, schedules, methods, costs, and data; and provides management with reports to support production planning and decision-making. It plans workflow, equipment placement, and space requirements, coordinates equipment maintenance and repairs, manages production schedules, and works to maximize productivity while reducing waste and costs. The role also develops metrics and reporting, promotes Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement, applies statistical methods to establish process and production standards, and communicates with teams, staff, users, and management to develop production standards. It studies operations sequences and material flow, establishes worker functions and responsibilities, and adjusts workflow according to manufacturing sequences and lead times. The position requires use of computers, hand tools, and measuring instruments.

Requirements

Ability to work well under pressure.
Leadership skills.
Teamwork skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Good information technology skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Commercial awareness.
Excellent communication skills.
Knowledge of equipment for purchase, installation, and repair.
Self-motivated and able to work under general supervision.
Able to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and review manufacturing procedures, equipment, and supporting processes.
Establish best practices to improve employee efficiency and machine utilization.
Manage industrial production processes, material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination.
Evaluate quality-control processes and recommend improvements.
Analyze production processes, schedules, methods, and other data, and report findings and future manufacturing requirements to management.
Review and calculate labor, material, and other production costs, and review schedules and future production requirements to support management decisions.
Plan workflow, equipment placement, and space requirements to improve manufacturing efficiency.
Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair services and ensure manufacturer procedures and instructions are followed.
Evaluate manufacturing practices and identify areas needing improvement.
Manage production schedules and coordinate services to maximize productivity.
Enforce quality control to reduce waste, find ways to reduce costs and maximize quality, and improve production-process efficiency.
Resolve production issues and delays.
Evaluate employees’ tasks and responsibilities and identify procedures or tools that can improve productivity.
Develop metrics, including dashboards, scorecards, and productivity reporting.
Promote Lean Manufacturing principles and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Recommend ways to improve utilization of personnel, equipment, materials, and utilities.
Apply statistical methods and calculations to determine manufacturing processes and production standards.
Analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and establish finished-product quality and reliability objectives.
Analyze, understand, and implement industry best practices.
Communicate with teams, staff, user personnel, and management to develop production standards.
Develop manufacturing methods, labor-utilization standards, and cost-analysis systems to promote efficient staffing and facility utilization.
Study operations sequence, material flow, and project information to determine worker functions and responsibilities.
Regulate and adjust workflow according to manufacturing sequences and lead times to expedite production operations.