Manufacturing Engineer

GE Aerospace • Auburn, AL

280d

About The Position

Manufacturing engineering role that plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes within a manufacturing facility. Executes standard operational/technical tasks typically subject to instructions and work routines. Collaborates with a cross-functional team to resolve day-to-day manufacturing opportunities, troubleshoot, and resolve process and product issues through immediate and long-term planning. No direct supervisory duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years' experience in a technical skillset in a manufacturing environment)

Nice To Haves

• Have flexibility in hours/shift of work; ability to flex schedule for training and/or shop coverage needs
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
• Hands-on, shop floor manufacturing experience within a regulated environment
• Direct experience with machining processes and strong education background with aptitude and desire to learn from experienced personnel
• Experience in the interpretation of engineering drawings/specifications and manufacturing processes
• Experience making data driven decisions and utilizing Six Sigma and Lean tools
• Experience with quality procedures

Responsibilities

• Hands-on, shop floor support to assigned manufacturing processes and teams to deliver business results while encouraging input from area personnel working within a self-directed workforce (Teaming) environment
• Exhibit ownership and take responsibility in attaining required aspects of production operation including safety, quality, delivery, and team development in assigned areas
• Determine safe manufacturing processes that produce a quality product in the most efficient method of manufacture
• Utilize process performance data, identify and implement manufacturing process improvements to improve quality, enhance efficiency, and reduce costs
• Participate in the development of mid and long term plans outlining projects to support the business in meeting its objectives with a strong focus on part quality, cycle time and cost
• Author/improve process planning, evaluate operating methods, select controls, and specify tools, fixtures, and gages necessary to repeatedly build conforming hardware
• Conduct process training as required
• Confer with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes
• Assist production coaches and associates in resolving manufacturing process hindrances through a drive to root cause and permanent corrective action
• Promote internal and external customer satisfaction and develop positive relationships
• Act as a change agent, understanding and moving the operation toward benchmarked, best of class performance and staying updated on industry developments and best practices

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
• Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan
• 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
• Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time-off for vacation or illness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree