Operations Engineer I

Andersen Corporation • Bayport, MN

2d • $78,824 - $122,176

About The Position

Primary responsibilities in manufacturing are to drive department and enterprise key initiatives through continuous process improvement, improving customer satisfaction, reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and eliminating variation in manufacturing processes. Candidates for this position should have energy and passion to improve both our production and functional processes while leading with integrity.

Requirements

• 4 year degree in Engineering or Technology
• Equipment procurement experience
• Strong project management skills
• Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles
• Strong knowledge of quality systems, SPC and process capability
• Positive attitude with a desire to build relationships and serve both our internal and external customers
• Strong, proactive communicator, effective both 1:1 and in groups

Nice To Haves

• Open to varying levels of experience

Responsibilities

• Partner with operations, RD&I, quality, maintenance, and supply chain functions to drive improvements within the value-stream
• Support of 100 Series fabrication and assembly operations focused on improving Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost
• Work closely with production supervisors, team leads, and production employees to perform problem solving and root cause analysis
• Lead continuous improvement projects aligned to lean manufacturing principles
• Lead cost reductions and yield improvements with delivery partners
• Utilize sound project management tools for complex projects and key initiatives
• Improve equipment capability and reliability
• Identify opportunities for error proofing and implement solutions
• Respond to day to day production needs such as equipment troubleshooting and quality concerns
• Manage the design, procurement, and startup of capital equipment projects
• Develop operator balance charts, machine balance charts, and staffing playbooks for assembly work cells
• Partner with ongoing product development team to implement product design changes and line extensions
• Be highly visible within the value stream to create a safe environment for collaboration and participation
• Promote a hands on, high involvement approach to problem solving

Benefits

• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
• Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level