OFP Assembly ME, R

Job Description

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before!

Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

Primary

Location:

United States (US) - Iowa - Waterloo

Function:
Factory Engineering (CA)

Title:

OFP Assembly ME, 8R - 118092

Onsite/Remote:
Onsite Position

As a Manufacturing Engineer for Tractor Operations located in Waterloo, Iowa
, you will….

• Lead improvements to support our Distinctive Product Quality initiatives, drive continuous improvements in delivery, uptime, cost and efficiency
• Lead implementation of new products and current product Continuous Improvement running design changes
• Lead the analysis, development and implementation of new manufacturing processes and technology aligned to the Smart Connect Factory strategy
• Execute Line Balance as a Process to develop and deploy new line designs and understand current risk

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

• Effective communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and ability to influence without authority
• Experience in a Manufacturing position supporting a union workforce
• Experience with process development/deployment, tooling design, fixturing and workstation layout in a production environment through negotiation and conflict resolution
• Experience with Bill of Materials structure
• Working experience with the engineering software programs such as:
  Creo, AutoCAD, SAP, RECON etc.

• Experience with John Deere Specific manufacturing software JDAAT (John Deere Assembly Assist Tool), MPP (Manufacturing Process Planner) and SMART Test
• Project management experience including budgeting and equipment acquisition
• Experience working with Dynamic Line Balancing Software (DLBT) balancing assembly lines
• Experience with shop floor manufacturing, incentive pay systems and work measurement
• Experience in the use and application of SPC (Statistical Process Control)
• Experience in the use and application of Root Cause Analysis
• Experience with Data Analytics tools (Power
  
  BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, etc.)
• Experience with capital equipment acquisition and asset management
• Experience working with robotics

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering/Technology or equivalent experience

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition assistance
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use

$77,628.00 - $ + Benefits

Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere &…