Manufacturing Engineer

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc.•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

Responsible for providing technical assessments and recommendations related to production capability, development, implementation and review of processes and tooling design, and partnering with cross-functional teams to lead projects to successful completion. Assists with onboarding of new team members, and oversees development of presentation materials for sharing with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

Relevant technical and computer skills (AutoCAD/SolidWorks, MS Access, and Excel.
Proficient at blueprint reading, engineering drawing interpretation and tolerancing
Ability to develop Capital Justification Analysis for Return On Investment (ROI) and usage
Highly self-motivated with demonstrated problem solving skills.
Interpersonal and communication skills; Ability to partner effectively with employees at all levels
Strong attention to detail
Strong computer skills including AutoCAD, SolidWorks and MS Office (Word, Excel, and Access)
Bachelors’ Degree in Engineering
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering.

Responsibilities

Design for Manufacturability Analysis of components and bearings, and partner with stakeholders to design solutions for customers
Develop and implement production and tooling methodologies and process for bearing assemblies and components
Develop and release manufacturing plans and detailed work instructions from 2D drawing-based engineering and from 3D model-based engineering, using both 2D and 3D model-based work instructions with graphics while overseeing plan and build optimization
Communicate timelines for program development/review and change requests, and proactively manage task execution to ensure on time completion and delivery of high quality manufacturing engineering products and support
Lead assigned Capital Expenditure (CapEx) projects from development and justification analysis through project completion
Resolve escalated technical issues, prioritizing impact to performance, cost or schedule.
Participate in Kaizen events, and implement LEAN principles and technologies
Leads small projects, partnering with employees at all levels to ensure deadlines and objectives are met. Oversees development of presentation data and materials and communicates professionally to stakeholders.
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to learn and share best practices. Maintains an understanding of industry standards and trends to improve processes within primary work area.
Ensures compliance with all safety and environmental rules and regulations, keeping an organized work area and reporting concerns to leadership or the Safety team.