Production Engineer - Steel/Heat Treat

AISIN•Durham, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Engineer, Steel Machining Group, supports manufacturing by maintaining machining processes, troubleshooting production-line and shop-floor issues, and developing engineering solutions. The role monitors aspects of product development and continually seeks to improve manufacturing operations. It is hands-on, with most time spent on the manufacturing floor supporting production.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related area of study.
Strong knowledge of machining equipment, including CNC lathes, CNC mills, grinders, hobbing, robots, collaborative robots, laser marking, and welding.
Demonstrated experience with PFMEAs, statistical probability, and root cause analysis.
Familiarity with robotics and AutoCAD.
Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and multitasking ability in an engineering role.
Must be able to operate a personal computer, telephone, and other office equipment, with reasonable accommodation.
Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple assignments to meet deadlines and budgets with satisfactory quality.
Must be able to work as an effective team member and comply with safety laws and company safety policies.
Must maintain an acceptable attendance record.
Must be willing and available to work weekends and holidays as necessary to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

Plan and install machinery and equipment for new or re-tooled product lines.
Troubleshoot equipment and process issues on the manufacturing floor.
Implement design and process changes to improve equipment and manufacturing efficiency.
Perform root cause analysis and develop countermeasures for quality issues.
Improve quality and cost through machine, jig, and process improvements; design, specify, and implement those improvements.
Support production lines by repairing and improving machines.
Ensure new equipment is properly installed and ready for quality production.
Plan investments and tooling for new programs and develop accurate budgets.
Create documentation for changes to processes and equipment.
Implement kaizens to improve manufacturing metrics, including availability and labor reductions.