Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Summary The Manufacturing Engineer designs, builds and maintains machines and tools within plant facilities to ensure most efficient and productive operation for manufacturing processes.   Core Competencies  Communication Critical Thinking Energy and Stress  Team Work           Time Management           Creative and Innovative Thinking Mathematical Reasoning Planning and Organizing Development and Continual Learning Problem Solving    Troubleshooting Accountability and Dependability Research and Analysis      Decision Making and Judgement  Flexibility Ethics and Integrity Analytical Skills   Job Duties Evaluates manufacturing processes, designs new systems and processes for the introduction of new products or for the improvement of existing ones. Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors. Prepare manufacturing proposals and estimates for new products including tooling cost requirements, and manufacturing resources. Participates actively and effectively in continuous improvement plans related to position responsibilities Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout. Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements. Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. Devises new approaches to complex problems through adaptations and modifications of standard technical principles. Ensures compliance of practices, procedures and instructions relative to applicable facility standards (ISO, TS, etc.); Performs all other tasks as assigned by management. The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005. The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) as stated in CQAM.00001 – Corporate Quality Manual. Creation of facility launch timeline Participates in design reviews to support and enforce design for manufacturing Creation of launch core documents (Process Flow, PFMEA) through PPAP Responsible for manufacturing process design RFMEA completion at equipment integrator and at facility once equipment has arrived. Support corporate advanced assembly engineer in secondary tooling approval milestones Ensures tooling is tagged according to customer requirements with photo evidence Supports corporate packaging engineer in review and approval of WIP and FNG packaging Responsible for ensuring all SCCAF requirements related to error proofing are met Creation of Red Rabbits Responsible for production assembly processing through Phase 3 PPAP Responsible for ensuring all process equipment requiring calibration is entered in facilities calibration system Responsible for training of production associates through all Phased PPAP build events Supports establishment of Rate of Climb (Ramp Plan) charting   Requirements BS Degree or equivalent related experience in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering. 3-5 years’ experience preferable in plastic injection molding       Knowledge of mechanical and electrical manufacturing processes, including assembly and testing. Proficiency in engineering computer software (CAD, CATIA, NX etc.) Must be a self-starter able to work with a minimum of supervision. Strong planning and time management skills. Solid project management skills. Sound analytical and problem-solving skills, with an emphasis on a “hands on” approach. Exposure to Lean Manufacturing principles and practices preferred. Must be detail oriented.   Working Conditions Some travel may be required. Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals. Overtime as required. Weekend work may be required. May be exposed to hazards associated with manufacturing.     This job description is not inclusive. The duties, experience, functions, and any other descriptions herein may be changed at any time and other duties may be assigned as necessary. The company reserves the right to add, delete, or otherwise alter these responsibilities when and as necessary.