Propose improvements to department/plant operations through manufacturing engineering analysis of existing operations compared to future requirements based on capacity, cost reduction, safety and/or risk avoidance opportunities.
This position is a recognized process owner responsible for strategic planning and execution of various manufacturing engineering functions including manufacturing process development and support, product introduction, manufacturing project management of small to medium projects, as well as general manufacturing support and team participation.
These activities and responsibilities also include leadership of continuous improvement initiatives based on performance metrics and will vary depending on the location, and process expertise (machining, fabrication, assembly, etc.).
Review production problems as they are identified and implement solutions.
Develop reports, project briefings and management presentations. Perform other duties as assigned.
Job requires employee to drive a personal vehicle to conduct company business < 20% per week (8 hours) and/or travel locally between company locations during scheduled workday.
Preferred Qualifications
Certain technical skills and training such as CNC programming, CAD layout, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), process capability theory and statistical process control (SPC) may be required.
Must be able to lead cross-functional teams, manage medium to large projects, and contribute to the development and implementation of strategic initiatives.
Requires excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and the ability to support and mentor Process Technicians, Supervisors and others.
Must demonstrate excellent communication skills and be able to lead the discussion, meeting, project, etc., and communicate across all levels of the organization.