Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Mechanical
About The Position
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer is part of the WM, America Manufacturing Inc. team and leads mechanical engineering development of assembly processes across hose, pumps, extrusion, injection molding, and single-use assemblies. The role drives performance improvements to support volume growth and improve manufacturing KPIs for existing and new products. The engineer works with local and global teams to duplicate and standardize tooling, fixtures, processes, and equipment; develops and executes capital requests to support expansion of the Devens manufacturing site; collaborates with Production on product quality and productivity; and develops process controls and documentation to reduce rework, scrap, and other waste. The role also supports new product development, equipment and process diagnostics, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- 10 or more years of experience in manufacturing engineering or equivalent experience.
- Comprehensive manufacturing-environment experience, preferably in assembly and test, using SPC to maintain process consistency.
- Experience analyzing production assembly and test equipment and processes, and documenting modifications.
- Experience optimizing workflow using lean transformation tools.
- Experience with 2D and 3D CAD.
- Proven FMEA, DFMA, and root cause analysis experience.
- Experience implementing and analyzing quality tools.
- Experience participating in and leading continuous improvement activities.
- Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a team while maintaining critical milestones and production uptime and adhering to company values.
Nice To Haves
- Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt.
Responsibilities
- Drive continuous improvement projects using appropriate tools and techniques to optimize productivity in collaboration with global teams.
- Design assembly equipment and cells safely, including ergonomic attributes.
- Support new product development teams to ensure manufacturing requirements are met through efficient and capable processes.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory procedures and take responsibility for safety and quality within assembly and the wider company.
- Arrange procurement of jigs and fixtures and manufacture assembly aids; check assembly equipment for safety, performance, and quality.
- Oversee the specification and purchasing of tools and gauges.
- Provide front-line fault-finding and diagnostics on assembly equipment and processes.
- Assist in reporting and resolving production problems and customer complaints where applicable.
- Specify and propose, in collaboration with sending sites, cost justifications for new processes and equipment to improve productivity.
- Advise corrective actions to overcome problems, including visiting suppliers as required.
- Issue and ensure compliance with the ECO (Design Change) system.
- Produce and maintain standard operating procedures with appropriate visual aids.
- Work with local and global teams to duplicate and standardize tooling, fixtures, processes, and equipment.
- Develop and execute capital requests to support expansion of the Devens manufacturing site.
- Work closely with Production to identify product quality and productivity improvements.
- Develop process controls and documentation to minimize rework, scrap, and other waste.
Benefits
- 5% employer 401(k) contribution and a 50% match on up to 3% of employee contributions.
- Inclusive, gender-neutral parental leave: 16 weeks at 100% pay, followed by a gradual return with an 80% work schedule at full pay for the first 6 months.
- Fertility benefits that may include IVF, genetic testing, and other fertility-related services.
- Generous vacation and well-being days, 9 observed holidays, 1 floating holiday, up to 15 caregiver days, and 80 hours of annual sick leave.
- 3 paid volunteer days each year.
- Three healthcare plan options with HSA contributions.
- Additional benefits designed to support well-being and professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
