Manufacturing Engineer

Role Overview

• Attend required project kickoff meeting(s), as required by program management for all projects assigned
• Responsible for reviewing and approving product work instructions (Manufacturing and Assembly Process Sheets)
• Responsible for reviewing and approving routing sheet and process (production traveler)
• Determine safe manufacturing processes that produce a quality product in the most efficient method possible
• Pursue continuous improvement efforts across the shop to improve quality and reduce lead times and cost
• Lead high impact process and quality improvement projects yielding significant reduction in defects and increased flow in the cell using LEAN tools and principles
• Utilize lean-manufacturing principles and participate in action workouts to improve process capability, reduce overall costs, and increase capacity
• Lead the implementation of process activities related to new product and process integration
• Explain and train the manufacturing team on technical related information
• Execute manufacturing related quality and lean projects
• Assist supervisors and production support in resolving manufacturing problems to drive root cause and corrective action
• Process non-conformance reports while keeping all affected departments informed
• Identify and reduce product quality issues caused by process variation
• Suggest Engineering Change Order Requests to correct errant engineering data or improve the overall manufacturability of the product
• Process ECO’s which include, but is not limited to updating Engineering Masters, redlining released W/O’s, revising firmed W/O’s inside ERP system, performing inventory audits to identify and remove/rework affected product, drafting rework W/O’s and occasionally expediting the rework orders
• Create supporting Engineering Masters/Work Orders in accordance with Service Bulletins
• Investigate manufacturing challenges to provide systematic solutions that remove waste and increase productivity
• Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues
• Conduct cost / benefit analysis for changes to manufacturing processes and / or equipment
• Other Duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) with four or more years related experience and/or training preferably in an aerospace environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college preferred
• Experience in aerospace environment preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints for writing manufacturing procedures for shop use
• Background and knowledge of manufacturing processes and techniques
• Skills Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, self-starter, motivated, committed
• Strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of collaboration at all levels
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Ability to be a team player with a professional attitude
• Ability to perform in a rapidly evolving and dynamic environment
• Experience with fixture designs or improvement
• Ability to make data driven decisions and utilize Six Sigma and Lean tools
• Excellent organizational skills detail oriented, ability to prioritize and multi-task and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Computer Skills Able to use multiple data bases to track projects
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to learn and utilize the company’s ERP and MRP systems for costing and bill of material
• Proficient with CAD software
• Experience with programming and set-up of CNC machines preferred
• Knowledge of ISO / Quality procedures
• Six Sigma Training Preferred
• Direct experience with machining or assembly processes with an aptitude to learn from experience preferred.

Tech Stack

• Assembly
• ERP

Benefits

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