Operations Engineer I

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation • Savannah, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Entry level position for candidate who has a good work ethic, treats a diverse group of co-workers fairly and with respect, is eager to learn and ready to develop the skills required as a Operations Engineer at Gulfstream Aerospace. Under minimal supervision, independently prepare, conduct, and evaluate analyses for operations process optimization and problem solving for manufacturing issues (production methods and procedures) for a specific production process (including production sequence/flow, tooling and production equipment, layout, material fabrication, assembly methods and planning).

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or related curriculum required or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• Entry level position.
• Must be knowledgeable about Engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math.
• Ability to operate computerized equipment, such as personal computers, CATIA, etc.
• Basic knowledge of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain detailed work instructions for the assigned manufacturing process.
• Drive quality improvements, efficiency improvements, and material presentation enhancements.
• Manage the daily work plan and provide metrics for quality and schedule performance.
• Coordinate engineering and tooling changes as required to meet Operations goals.
• Perform RCCA analysis on quality defects.
• Perform technical studies and conduct analysis of operations (existing or proposed).
• Define equipment/tooling needs and implement correct methods of manufacturing to optimize production process.
• Assist in make-or-buy proposals and recommend corrective actions for areas of responsibility.
• Evaluate vendors and assist in resolving vendor problems.
• Conduct research, investigation, and analysis in connection with assigned planning or other assigned projects, to ensure conformance to requirements.
• Investigate and assist in preparing justification for equipment and facility improvements.
• Perform producibility studies from engineering drawings to identify opportunities to enhance manufacturing ability to meet requirements.
• Participate in Design for Manufacturing assessments with Engineering.
• Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• Make necessary computer inputs and generate data or reports as needed.
• Incorporate Lean Manufacturing Methodology into existing and future processes.
• Lead/coordinate the implementation of projects among multiple organizations to achieve process improvement goals.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to manufacturing methods as a team member or leader.
• Support all Safety, Sustainability and Ergonomic Initiatives.
• Aid in development and maintenance of Business Continuity Plan.
• Ensure Quality policies are being practiced; make recommendations and implement procedures to improve quality.
• Initiate and maintain accurate daily/weekly activity status based on work output, as required.
• Can function as Operations Manager substitute.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees