Sr Manufacturing Engineer

SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing Engineer IV has the primary responsibility of being an active, hands-on leader for developing, defining, and improving new and existing manufacturing processes. The position is responsible for developing a deep understanding of assigned manufacturing areas to drive improvements that reduce manufacturing costs, reduce downtime, and improve process stability and capability.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Lead and participates in projects involving the design, fabrication, validation, and manufacture of complex instrument subassemblies, systems, or processes.

* Lead continuous improvement projects that will reduce safety risks, improve process ergonomics, reduce cost, improve efficiency, and/or improve quality.

* Spearhead initiatives to identify and implement new technology and systems to improve operations.

* Gives appropriate helpful information specific to the issue, uses examples, ties feedback to specific business issues.

* Assist Design Engineering with design, feasibility review, testing and implementation of new programs or program modifications.

* Interacts well with internal and external collaborators.

* Employ tools to make/facilitate process changes to operational procedures and practices

* Implement training enhancements where necessary

* Identify process changes and upgrades that will enhance the overall plant performance.

* Ability to assist on the physical operation of equipment and interaction with Production personnel on all levels

* Work with the Director of Plant Engineering to engage resources and to develop long term plans and strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's degree in engineering required.

* 7-10+ years of experience in process and project engineering

* Experience in a manufacturing setting is required

* Read and understand drawings and blueprints

* Experience with metal cut, form, weld, and powder paint operations

* Must possess effective written, verbal and oral communication skills

* Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word

* Proficient in Office, MRP and AutoCAD/Inventor

* Kaizen / Continuous Improvement experience a plus, as well as 5S methodology

* Understands principles of Lean such as lead time reduction, SMED, and one-piece flow

* Willing to work flexible shifts and change work schedules to support production

* Willingness to travel as necessary

* 12 Expected Behaviors of Actively Engaged Person - 100% Responsible, Trustworthy, Team Player, Clear Communicator, Empathy, Humility, Emotional Self-Control, Resolves Conflict Directly, Positive Attitude, Respects Others, Problem Solver, and Agile.