Manufacturing Engineering Grinding Technician

Bosch Group•Florence, KY

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineering Grinding Technician plans, directs, coordinates, and checks rack bar and steering nut grinding manufacturing processes. The role supports current production and continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity, and assists with new programs and equipment implementation. The technician works in both office and manufacturing assembly environments and collaborates with production workers, planning and design staff, and coworkers.

Requirements

2–5 years of advanced experience and training with grinding processes and equipment.
Advanced language skills.
Advanced computer skills and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to learn other software packages, such as SAP, Axalant, and test software.
Interpersonal skills to communicate with coworkers.
Ability to work in an office and manufacturing assembly environment, including sitting or standing for most of the day.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull material on an infrequent basis.
Indefinite U.S. work authorization; future work authorization sponsorship is unavailable.
Must successfully complete drug screening and background checks before the start date.

Responsibilities

Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing productivity and processes for current production.
Analyze workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and design equipment and workspace layouts for efficiency.
Coordinate with planning and design staff on product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
Track equipment evolution and conduct acceptance evaluations.
Assist with equipment implementation on the production floor, from delivery through handoff to production.
Assist with documentation, preventive maintenance plans, and training.
Develop processing parameters and assist production in resolving problems.
Support day-to-day production.
Participate in team meetings with production workers to identify and develop improvement areas.
Work on assigned new programs, including APQP tasks.
Use knowledge of statistical methods and SPC charts.
Assist with design, layout, detail drawings, materials procurement, construction, and testing of new products.
Conduct regular audits, including Quality-LPA, Work Station, 5S, and Operator audits.
Support continuous improvement activities addressing safety, quality, and productivity in the grinding manufacturing area.
Perform other duties as assigned.