Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Additive Manufacturing

Orchid•Holt, MI

18d

About The Position

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions provides solutions for orthopedic implant procedures enabling a longer, active life. Working in an industry that has the ability to impact lives in such a profound way has proved to be a strong motivator for Orchid. The Lansing facility specializes in the forging and machining of hip and knee implants across our 3 campus. A career with Orchid provides growth opportunities, a great benefits package including performance bonuses, insurance, 401(k) with company match and paid time off. For more information, please visit www.orchid-ortho.com The Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for varied engineering assignments requiring a broad knowledge of an engineering specialty. He/she uses and applies advanced engineering principles and has a working knowledge of advanced technical research with a particular field of specialization. He/she plans, conducts, and coordinates engineering assignments. He/she participates in planning objectives; evaluates complex, special and advanced engineering tasks; and, investigates and advises on unusual and difficult problems encountered in an engineering practice. He/she may give periodic technical guidance to less experienced professionals or technicians assigned to work on a common project.

Requirements

Bachelor (Required)
5+ Years of Engineering Experience (Required)

Nice To Haves

Master (Preferred)
7+ Years of Engineering Experience (Preferred)
2+ Years of Experience in a Manufacturing Environment (Preferred)
Experience Operating CNC Equipment/Machining (Preferred)
Lean Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)
Exposure to integrated business planning (Sales & Operations Planning process), quality system deployment, and lean manufacturing in an industrial setting (Preferred)
Operational Functions - Working Experience
Quality Management - Extensive Experience
Problem Solving - Extensive Experience
Communication - Working Experience
Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Working Experience
Manufacturing Trends & Directions - Working Experience
Lean Manufacturing - Extensive Experience
Drafting - Working Experience
Tool and Die Design - Extensive Experience
Manufacturing Equipment - Extensive Experience
Robotics/Computer Controlled Machinery - Extensive Experience
Change Leadership - Working Experience
Collaboration - Working Experience
Computer-aided Design (CAD) - Extensive Experience
Consulting - Working Experience
Coaching - Working Experience
Design Manipulation - Extensive Experience
Automation Planning - Working Experience
Industrial System Knowledge - Basic Knowledge
Training - Working Experience

Responsibilities

Participates in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews with internal teams.
Reviews drawings, 3D models, and specifications to facilitate manufacturability.
Creates, requests, and/or updates various documentation including customer-specific requirements, non-disclosure agreements, routings, and Bill of Materials.
Assists in designing and managing the fabrication or acquisition of fixtures used in various processes.
Ensures the successful implementation of fixtures on the production floor.
Participates in and occasionally leads problem solving teams utilizing lean manufacturing methods.
Assists in creating programs (such as Laser Marking programs),3D models, associates fixtures, drawings, templates, overlays, etc.
Collaborates with Operations Analysts to ensure data is available, monitored, and reported with a consistent approach.
Supports implementation of any management system at the site level.
Participates in ensuring processes are in place to deliver site annual and strategic objectives, including but not limited to OEE and VAPD performance, productivity, capacity planning, and capital investment.
Participates in the required training that is delivered to the site team in support of site goals, objectives, and program management milestones.
Occasionally authors work instructions for new processes.
Ensures key program implementation milestones are understood, communicated, and aligned.
Participates in planning objectives.
Evaluates complex, special and advanced engineering tasks.
Plans, conducts and coordinates engineering assignments as directed by Engineering manager or director.
Investigates and advises on unusual and difficult problems encountered in an engineering practice.
Assists in creating Standard Work Instructions for various operations.
Interacts and communicates with customers to inform them of critical details on new product launches.
Performs and assists in validations and revalidations as necessary and creates protocols.