Operations Engineer II

Gulfstream•Savannah, GA

About The Position

The Operations Engineer II works independently or leads the preparation, execution, and evaluation of analyses to optimize operations processes and solve manufacturing issues. The role supports a specific production process, including production sequence and flow, tooling and equipment, layouts, material fabrication, assembly methods, and planning. The successful candidate implements lean manufacturing initiatives, reduces cycle time and waste, and develops process, tooling, equipment, cost, and quality improvements. This position is based in GAC Savannah and works the first shift, with no travel.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related curriculum, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential job functions.
At least 18 months of manufacturing engineering, planning, or related technical experience.
Knowledge of engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math.
Proven knowledge and understanding of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles and processes.
Ability to influence across functional disciplines.
Demonstrated ability to operate computerized equipment, such as personal computers and CATIA.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing and aviation environment.
Lean Specialist certification or higher.

Responsibilities

Maintain detailed work instructions and drive quality, efficiency, and material-presentation improvements for the assigned manufacturing process.
Manage the daily work plan, provide quality and schedule performance metrics, and coordinate engineering and tooling changes to meet Operations goals.
Perform root cause and corrective action (RCCA) analysis on quality defects, with the goal of enabling an average mechanic to complete a task correctly the first time.
Conduct complex technical studies and analyze existing or proposed operations; define equipment and tooling needs and manufacturing methods to optimize production.
Prepare make-or-buy proposals, recommend corrective actions, evaluate vendors, attend vendor negotiations, and help resolve vendor problems.
Conduct research and analysis for assigned planning and other projects to ensure conformance to requirements.
Investigate and help justify equipment and facility improvements.
Conduct producibility studies using engineering drawings and participate in Design for Manufacturing assessments with Engineering.
Use statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential; make computer inputs and generate data or reports as needed.
Keep current with manufacturing developments and incorporate Lean Manufacturing methodology into existing and future processes.
Develop business cases and present process-improvement proposals to management for approval.
Train Operations Engineer I employees as required in work methods, procedures, efficient use of company resources, and resolution of work-related or quality problems.
Lead or coordinate project implementation across multiple organizations.
Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to manufacturing methods as a team member or leader.
Support safety, sustainability, and ergonomic initiatives and help develop and maintain the Business Continuity Plan.
Ensure quality policies are practiced; recommend and implement quality-improvement procedures.
Maintain accurate daily or weekly activity status based on work output, as required.
Serve as a substitute for the Operations Manager when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.