Manufacturing Engineer

Daifuku•Hobart, IN

6d•$80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

A Manufacturing Engineer designs, implements, and reviews procedures and equipment involved in the manufacturing process. The role develops and improves manufacturing processes, supports production troubleshooting, and works with cross-functional teams to improve quality, cost, throughput, and operational efficiency. It also involves creating and maintaining manufacturing designs and documentation, supporting employee technical training, and using manufacturing data to identify and implement process improvements. The engineer works with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Scheduling, Planning, and IT, as well as vendors, to coordinate equipment, materials, product changes, and process improvements. Responsibilities include applying Lean concepts and Statistical Process Control, supporting corrective and preventive actions, and contributing to IT projects that improve software efficiency and support a paper-free factory. US travel of up to 20% is expected.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or foreign degree equivalent in engineering or a related field.
At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment; material handling experience is preferred.
Knowledge of manufacturing and Lean concepts.
Ability to learn new technologies, software, and machines.
Ability to speak, read, and understand English.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Ability to multitask and take on new challenges.
Ability to travel within the US up to 20%.
Understanding of and ability to apply statistical data analysis.
Understanding of and ability to apply Design of Experiments (DOE).
Understanding of and ability to apply structured problem solving.

Nice To Haves

Material handling experience.
Lean Six Sigma certification.

Responsibilities

Develop, evaluate, improve, and document manufacturing processes.
Develop and implement process control procedures.
Analyze manufacturing process flows to improve quality, reduce costs, and increase throughput.
Work with Manufacturing to develop, coordinate, and implement technical employee training.
Help Production troubleshoot and resolve technical problems.
Gather and analyze manufacturing metrics and work with Quality and Manufacturing to define appropriate process changes.
Consult with vendors about product specifications, equipment, parts, and materials, and evaluate products against quality standards and specifications.
Design and develop manufacturing processes, fixtures, and tooling for enhancements, product changes, and new products, targeting zero defects and low product cost.
Document tool drawings, design concepts, and shop orders.
Design, test, and implement production process improvements to address bottlenecks and capacity limitations.
Monitor quality data to drive improvement.
Work with appropriate personnel to identify and resolve corrective and preventive actions for quality, technical, and manufacturing issues, including audit actions, NCNs, and CAPAs.
Lead continuous improvement and Lean implementation to eliminate waste, reduce process variation, and meet customer expectations.
Lead and participate in waste-reduction and throughput-improvement projects to improve operational profit.
Use SQL and data visualization software such as Power BI or Tableau to collect and communicate key data to stakeholders.
Gather data requirements for IT projects that improve software efficiency and support a paper-free factory.
Develop manufacturing processes using cross-functional participation to ensure equipment and processes are compatible with the entire value stream.
Address early equipment management (TPM), workstation design, material presentation, standard work, and single-piece flow.
Create and maintain designs, layouts, drawings, and documentation using SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
Work cross-functionally with Scheduling, Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, and IT.
Develop manufacturing processes applicable to statistical process control and apply SPC techniques.
Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality to coordinate product changes.