Operations Engineer II

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation•Savannah, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Engineer II will work/lead independently to prepare, conduct, and evaluate analyses for operations process optimization and problem solving for manufacturing issues (production methods and procedures) for a specific production process. This includes 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.
18 months Manufacturing Engineering, planning, or related technical experience.
Must be knowledgeable about Engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math.
Demonstrated success conducting root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions.
Experience defining and executing process optimization projects resulting in cost and cycle time reductions and/or product quality enhancements.
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, CATIA, etc.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing floor support, discrepancy rework planning, and engineering planning experience preferred.
Catia V5, SmarTeam, SAP, and Solumina experience preferred.
Lean Specialist certification or higher preferred.

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 (Root Cause Corrective Action) analysis on quality defects.
Conduct technical studies of a complex nature and analysis of operations (existing or proposed).
Define equipment/tooling needs and correct methods of manufacturing to optimize the production process.
Generate make-or-buy proposals and recommend corrective actions.
Evaluate vendors, attend vendor negotiations, and assist in resolving vendor problems.
Conduct research, investigation, and analysis 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.
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.
Keep current on state-of-the-art manufacturing developments.
Incorporate Lean Manufacturing Methodology into existing and future processes.
Develop business case and present to management for process improvement approval.
Provide training to OE I in work methods and procedures and in the efficient and effective use of company resources.
Independently lead/coordinate the implementation of projects among multiple organizations.
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.
Can function as Operations Manager substitute.
Perform other duties as assigned.