Shop Manufacturing Engineer

Position: Job Shop Manufacturing Engineer
Job Summary
This position provides engineering support and direction for manufacturing tool and die products in a job shop environment. This includes creating and maintaining documentation/information for process routing, manufacturing prints, and related product ECNs. A continuous improvement mindset and ability to handle improvement projects will be critical for this role as Link Tool seeks manufacturing excellence. This position will also support manufacturing by acquiring material and tooling as necessary.

Essential Functions and Duties

• The creation and management of manufacturing operation routings.
oDetermine the best order of operations to manufacture.
oOffer suggestions and improvements on established manufacturing processes.
oTroubleshoot problems associated with manufacturing processes.

• Develop an understanding of Link Tool's equipment capabilities and limitations.
oIdentify opportunities for new or upgraded equipment.
oAssist in building business cases for capital investments.

• Lead continuous improvement projects aimed to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

• The creation, documentation, and revision of manufacturing product prints related to the manufacturing of tooling.
oProcess prints, fixture prints, tooling prints, etc.

• Generation of process, product, and material deviations, where appropriate, to assure an acceptable level of productivity, without sacrificing product quality.

• Research technical issues and provide analysis and opinion.

Keeps informed of new industry developments by reviewing trade journals, attending shows, conventions, and seminars.

• Assist the plant in maintaining appropriate levels of raw material and manufacturing tools.

• Operate power tools and other machinery while following strict safety guidelines.

Education/Experience Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a Tool Room production environment.

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent work experience).

• Ability to read manufacturing blueprints.

Physical Requirements

• Visual acuity for detailed work.

• Must be able to communicate clearly.

• Must be able to lift approximately 5-10 lbs.