Plant 5 - Manufacturing Engineer (2017) (18661)
Req Id 18661 - Posted 02/01/2017 - United States - Michigan - Saginaw - Manufacturing Engineering - Full-Time
Manufacturing Engineer – In-Plant
We are looking for an integral member of our manufacturing engineering in-plant team. The position requires a candidate who can assist our skilled trades on mechanical issues with equipment. Additionally, the candidate will be responsible to help drive improvements of our manufacturing processes through continuous improvement efforts. The ideal candidate must have experience in a manufacturing environment, possess an engineering degree, and be willing to accommodate a flexible schedule. The fast paced change of our new technology provides endless opportunities for career development.
Major Job Responsibilities:
- Support all plant initiatives to meet plant goals
- Support and improve the Nexteer Production System
- Support and be a resource for skilled trades
- Be a part of the development, installation, and validation of new & retooled equipment
- Lead the design, development, and improvement of manufacturing processes for an assigned area
- Utilize project management skills to plan and execute assigned projects; manage budget as required
- Work to improve machine spare part and machine tool spending
- Understand & lead safety/ergonomic requirements
- Communicate with all stakeholders, supervisors, engineers, skilled trades, etc. to meet customer needs
- Be involved in the manufacturing engineering team
Job Requirements:
- At least 2 years previous experience with CNC or PLC machining and/or grinding preferred
- Working knowledge of machine, tool, die design, and programming
- Working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical controls
- High level of analytical skills
- Experience with program management preferred
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Good computer skills
- Knowledge of Problem Solving Techniques (i.e.: Shainin/Six Sigma)
- Knowledge of GD&T
- Afterhours support and/or weekend working hours may be required
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- Physical requirements, included but not limited to:
- Standing: while debugging and running off machines
- Sitting Office environment, working at a computer, meetings
- Speaking & Listening: Communicating with work team, suppliers, customers
- Walking/Mobility: For walking around the manufacturing plants, global travel
- Lifting: ability to occasionally lift 20 lbs. for working on manufacturing equipment and picking up tooling or parts.
Education:
Bachelor - Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
Must have 2.7 minimum cumulative GPA
Must be eligible to work in the US without requiring sponsorship