Manufacturing Engineer

Manitou•Madison, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will help plan, direct and coordinate manufacturing processes and projects in the plant. You will respond to manufacturing issues and concerns to ensure products are produced to specifications and according to manufacturing schedules while ensuring efficient use of resources. This position reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager.

Requirements

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Proficient with computer-aided drafting (CAD) software.
Excellent mechanical aptitude, communication and computer skills are required.
Must be able to gather, manipulate and analyze data.
BS Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing required.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.
This position will interact with all departments, other sites and suppliers.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience in fabrication and welding of construction and agricultural equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, evaluate and improve manufacturing methods.
Determine processes, identify materials and supplies to be used, and design and build appropriate fixtures necessary for efficient and cost-effective manufacturing.
Establish bills of material, manufacturing routings, machine burdens, and new work centers.
Create instructions for new products to be manufactured.
Process internal engineering change orders (ECOs), incorporate changes, and ensure changes become effective.
Study and record time, motion, methods, and speed involved in performance of production and other worker operations to establish standard production rates and to improve efficiencies.
Institute changes in the production processes and/or recommend adjustments to product pricing.
Perform engineering activities in compliance with established company and manufacturing standards, engineering principles, customer requirements, and related specifications.
Confer with customers and engineering staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
Confer with vendors to determine part specifications and recommend the purchase of equipment and materials used in manufacturing and production.
Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs for management decisions.
Confer with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
Other duties may be assigned.