MFG Salaries - Tooling - Mistake Proofing Engineer

North American Stamping Group•Portland, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

North American Stamping Group (NASG) is a leading Tier II automotive supplier with a strong history since 1978. As a family-owned company, NASG combines extensive experience with advanced engineering and manufacturing capabilities to produce critical components for the automotive industry. NASG emphasizes investing in its people through training, development, and advancement opportunities, fostering meaningful, long-term careers. The company is seeking a Tooling - Mistake Proofing Engineer to develop its sensor application program and enhance mistake-proofing initiatives across the organization.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum 3 years manufacturing experience
Minimum 3 years stamping experience or related field (Automotive preferred)
Minimum 3 years Computer (PC) experience
Minimum 3 years basic electronics experience

Nice To Haves

Some Electronics Training preferred
PLC experience preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain a running inventory of all tooling in need of sensor technology.
Issue reports to management on the progress of sensor implementations on a weekly basis.
Liaise with other plants within the Company regarding their sensor needs.
Maintain the sensor laboratory and an inventory of sensor uses company-wide.
Research and test numerous types of sensors, meet with sensor company representatives, maintain a catalog library, and study sensor and automation catalogs, books, and online resources.
Document results of sensor applications simulations.
Develop basic drawings of sensor installations for the tool room.
Be available to put in long hours as needed to accomplish sensor-related tasks.
Master the die-protection systems on the presses and transfer these skills to shop-floor personnel via training sessions.
Attend trade shows and seminars related to sensor technologies.
Train both shop-floor and office personnel on pertinent sensor topics.
Take ownership of the sensor program and champion its success in the Company.
Work with press room, tool room, design, quality, and management personnel on mistake-proofing applications throughout the Company.
Participate in 8D Problem Solving meetings and corrective actions.
Attend meetings with and conduct tours for plant visitors to showcase implemented mistake-proofing technologies.
Work with die designers on sensor applications at the design stage of tooling.
Work within a team environment as the sensor and automation department expands.
Occasionally work during evening shifts to conduct sensor-related training sessions for night-shift workers.
Assist in the maintenance area as needed.
Act as liaison for all facilities.
Be positive and look for ways to improve the environment.
Stress the need for teamwork and lead by example.
Ensure all employees follow safety policies.
Keep the work area clean.
Follow all safety rules, including lockout/tagout procedures.