Manufacturing Engineer

SKF•Sumter, SC

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Performs engineering work varied in nature and complexity encompassing planning, evaluating, designing, developing and adapting tools, machines, and new technologies for the purpose of producing new products, increasing productivity on existing products, enhancing quality and reducing manufacturing costs (i.e., the optimum use of workers, machines, materials and facilities). Works closely with other engineers, maintenance, logistics, manufacturing and quality to achieve optimum manufacturing objectives.

Requirements

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related degree plus 2 - 4 years of relevant experience.
A minimum education requirement of a Technical Associate Degree/Apprenticeship Graduate plus at least 5 - 8 years of directly relatable or equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Demonstrated problem solving required.
Demonstrated ability to apply proper analytical and/or Lean tools in completion of their assignments
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required.

Nice To Haves

Metal working experience preferred (drilling, turning, taping, grinding & selecting associated tools)
CNC programming preferred
Manufacturing experience preferred (taking raw material and making finished product)
Assembly experience preferred
Face to Face customer experience preferred
CAD/CAM, SolidWorks experience preferred.
Knowledge of XA, SAP or other ERP system preferred.
Experience in leading Capex projects preferred

Responsibilities

Makes mathematically/mechanical computations and independent analyses applying scientific and engineering principles, practices and appropriate analytical tools as required.
Develops capital plan and initiates appropriation requests (PAR’s) for major projects.
Establishes systems for control of project progress, time schedules and costs.
In conjunction with Accounting, prepares PAR post completion audits.
Establishes engineering and equipment standards for efficient application of resources and maintains records and files.
Directly responsible for the engineering and related functions of his/her assigned manufacturing operation(s) including: The setup and maintenance of labor standards
Development of the manufacturing process for new products and maintaining process documentation including manufacturing drawings, tooling, fixtures, BOM, process routings, SPI’s, etc.
Methods, processes and procedures analysis and work simplification techniques
Designing and subcontracting of tools, fixtures and gauging
Controlling NC/CNC functions, including setup sheets, DNC systems and all other interacting projects as well as the training of operators and others
Analyzing and processing engineering change requests
Plant, machinery, equipment, assembly layouts
Troubleshooting technically challenging problems (machinery, equipment, processes)
Analyzing for improvement to labor, manufacturing costs, variances and margins
Initiates cost reduction proposals and investigates proposals from other sources. Compiles appropriate information, makes recommendations for action, implements (if appropriate) and checks on results obtained.
Directs / oversees cost reduction and product / process improvement projects as assigned.
Renders technical service to all other departments as required.
Lead or participate in development of Corrective Actions to address internal or externally identified problems.
Manages / performs other duties and projects as assigned

Benefits

Generous PTO policy
13 paid holidays
Comprehensive healthcare options
Company paid life insurance
STD
LTD
Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discount programs
STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance
401K program with 10% employer contribution
100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution