Manufacturing Engineer

Chief • Grand Island, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for evaluating and improving manufacturing methods through maintaining a thorough knowledge of customer product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.

Requirements

• SolidWorks proficiency is required – must be able to create, modify, and interpret 3D models, drawings, and assemblies.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in a customer-facing or project-lead capacity within a made-to-order or high-mix production environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in DFM/DFA principles, change order processes (ECOs), and assembly line development and optimization.
• Strong working knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001 or equivalent) and lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office/Project tools.
• Excellent project management, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and external customers.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• High School Diploma, or GED, required.
• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering or mechanical engineering, or a 2-year technical/trade school degree in a related field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with other CAD software (AutoCAD, Inventor, Creo, or similar) is a plus.
• Green Belt certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and improve manufacturing methods.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of customer product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
• Create, modify, and interpret 3D models, drawings, and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Apply DFM/DFA principles.
• Manage change order processes (ECOs).
• Develop and optimize assembly lines.
• Work with quality management systems (ISO 9001 or equivalent).
• Utilize lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Operate ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office/Project tools.
• Manage projects, communicate effectively, and interact with cross-functional teams and external customers.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.

Benefits

• Paid vacation/time off
• 401(k) retirement plan plus company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability benefits
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Financial wellness coaching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid holidays (8)
• Employee discounts
• Education assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree