Prototyper

Alinabal•Greer, SC

14h

About The Position

This position will perform prototype duties with a particular expertise in manufacturing and fabrication. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: ¨NBSP; Use manufacturing paperwork (travelers, blueprints, sketches, etc.) to: Prototype a product to meet customer and quality requirements Prototype tooling and/or fixtures required to manufacture product Perform a prototype review on existing products for cost reduction and/or prototype changes Meet time and schedule standards for assigned tasks Keep equipment clean and maintain proper operating standards Advise supervision of issues that arise Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance Communicate effectively with other employees to direct personal workflow Identify set-up reduction opportunities and Lean process opportunities and communicate to proper 6S team lead Properly use the ERP management system to meet all company standards ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBLITIES: Assume other responsibilities as required PRIMARY PERFORMANCE PARAMETERS: Meet the required delivery dates for all assigned jobs Meet customer delivery requirements Meet quality requirements of all assigned processes Conduct all operations in a safe manner

Requirements

Firm understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment
Ability to weld thin gage material with a good penetration and a quality appearance
Ability to operate a Tig welder with Mig welding knowledge
Ability to operate various shop tools including hand tool and rolls
Ability to read & understand blueprints and technical documents commensurate with machine operation
A genuine belief in continuous improvement and disciplined processes and a willingness to analyze, challenge and change processes, if needed, to create a more efficient environment and culture
Organizational and time management skills
Self starter with ability to multi-task and prioritize work day/projects independently
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to use various inspection gages
Basic computer knowledge including a firm understanding of Solid Works
Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

Prototype a product to meet customer and quality requirements
Prototype tooling and/or fixtures required to manufacture product
Perform a prototype review on existing products for cost reduction and/or prototype changes
Meet time and schedule standards for assigned tasks
Keep equipment clean and maintain proper operating standards
Advise supervision of issues that arise
Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance
Communicate effectively with other employees to direct personal workflow
Identify set-up reduction opportunities and Lean process opportunities and communicate to proper 6S team lead
Properly use the ERP management system to meet all company standards
Assume other responsibilities as required
Meet the required delivery dates for all assigned jobs
Meet customer delivery requirements
Meet quality requirements of all assigned processes
Conduct all operations in a safe manner