MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

For over 50 years, E & E has been a leading supplier in the automotive industry specializing in metal stampings and welded assemblies. Our growth and success is a result of the dedication and commitment of our company.

Role Description

• Develops manufacturing methods and processes, investigates and troubleshoots manufacturing problems, and creates drawings and designs for special machines and fixtures.
• Investigates, establishes, and implements requirements for equipment, tooling, materials, and methods of manufacturing, including preparing the necessary facts so a make versus buy decision can be made
• Develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards.
• Recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods, and controls.
• Helps plan, design, and detail floor layouts for efficient production.
• Responsible for the coordination of assigned projects from concept through final implementation. Assembles timelines and coordinates required activities to bring assigned projects to successful completion within timing and budget targets.
• Informs management on progress through formal project updates and formulates recovery plans to accommodate changes to timing or project scope.
• Complies with Attendance Policy

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Additional job duties may be assigned as needed.

• Oversee project activities and provide direction where needed
• Coordinate and monitor supplier activities to support project targets
• Formulate timelines to encompass project scope
• Provide concepts and/or designs for required project elements
• Prove out concepts and troubleshoot systems
• Provide process parameters and operational instructions
• Provide operational layouts and analyze effects on plant environment
• Provide process flow information and evaluate impact on material handling systems
• Provide support information to the Quoting Department
• Ability to operate manufacturing equipment related to assigned projects
• Perform product/process analysis (time studies, spaghetti diagrams, etc.) for reduced cost, improved quality, and improved efficiency
• Assist in FMEA development to identify and address potential quality concerns

Expectations

• Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job
• Organize and maintain efficiency of personal work area
• Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback of all pertinent information to co-workers and management
• Effectively communicate with co-workers and management personnel to enhance teamwork and communication initiatives
• Consistently adhere to and support company policies and procedures, including ISO14001, IATF16949, and safety regulations
• Accept instructions and duties in a positive manner
• Treat all co-workers with dignity and respect
• Actively support the E&E values

Work Environment

• Wet, humid, hot, cold conditions
• Outdoor weather conditions
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Vibration
• Hi noise level (Hearing protection required)

Physical Demands

Physical demands to successfully perform the essential job functions include:

• Standing
• Walking
• Lifting weight up to 50 Pounds

Education and Experience

The following education and experience is preferred:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from four-year college or university

Experience:

• Three plus years related experience and/or education; or equivalent combination of experience and education

Additional Skills Required

Computer skills:

• Must be proficient in AutoCAD 2016, Autodesk Inventor 2016, Excel, Word, and Microsoft Office Suite

Communication skills:

• Speak effectively with fellow employees and customers
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, etc.
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Mathematical skills:

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

Other Skills:

• Organized and able to meet deadlines while performing multiple duties
• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where

only limited standardization exists

• Knowledge of tool design and manufacturing flows/processes
• Ability to read and interpret GD&T on engineering drawings
• Knowledge of APQP tools and processes
• Experience using lean manufacturing tools

Benefits

E & E offers a competitive wage, solid opportunity, and a career path to success. We offer comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401 (k) program, and free membership to local gym

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