Principal Manufacturing Engineer
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$ 113327 - 169990
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Job Description
We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The worlds dreams peoples dreams our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.
All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the NidecGroup will continue to meet the challenge. For the worlds and peoples tomorrows; the worlds first the worlds best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.
Job Summary
Nidec is the worlds No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling everything that spins and moves miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors industrial motors appliance motors and controls. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment mining oil and gas and power generation and for commercial applications such as pool and spa condensers cooling towers and large refrigeration units.From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics the impact of motors will only increase.
With over 140000 employees stationed worldwide Nidec continues to be a unique organization and each location maintains its individual personality.
Whether driving locomotives powering offshore platforms or keeping the lights on after a storm Nidec electric power generation products impact the world on a daily basis. With over 1000 employees in the Americas we are moving forward with technology to solve our customers electrical power needs for both prime and backup generation needs as the industrys leading manufacturer.
Job Description
Shift: 1st Shift
Days of Work: Monday Friday
Work Hours: 8:00am 5:00pm
Work Location: Onsite (Mankato MN)
Starting Salary: $113327.00 $169990.00
Pay Frequency: BiWeekly
Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary with additional bonus opportunities.
Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage effective from your first day.
Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a bestinclass company match of 100% on the employees first 6% with an additional 3% employer contribution to support your financial future.
- WorkLife Balance: Generous time off package including PTO and holidays.
Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities to support your professional growth.
Position Objective:
Develop and implement optimal costeffective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Recommend and implement improvements to production processes methods and controls. Coordinate manufacturing launch for new or revised products.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Safety
People plant and property targeting zero lost days and zero incidences. This should be accomplished through the implementation of rigorous systems and adherence to these systems which transforms our culture to a safety driven organization which strives for continuous improvement.
Continuous Improvement
By utilizing the knowledge and feedback of all associates we drive continuous improvement in our results regarding Safety Quality Cost Training and Operational efficiency. This will be driven and sustained through an employee involvement/suggestion program.
Quality
Improve our internal and external quality results targeting zero defects in all our processes. This will extend to robust supplier development and selection ensuring that they are held to the same standard of zero defects.
Exceed Customer requirements/expectationsThis will apply to Quality Delivery Flexibility and Speed of Implementation with respect to all customer interactions.
Prepare and maintain detailed layouts of processes and related equipment.
Coordinate the manufacturing launch of new/revised products including establishing goals training teams and evaluating results.
Interface with management design engineering and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities production schedules and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
Interface with sales planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods and quality results.
Design develop and test and / or source and costjustify various tools machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods. This may include development of funding requests scheduling project tasks and managing budget. Interface with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of machinery and equipment according to specifications and quality standards.
Apply statistical methods and perform product / process analysis for cost reduction quality improvement and improved efficiency. Provide leadership and team leading assistance in implementing Lean technologies such as setup reduction visual signal flow techniques kanban and work sequencing tools total productive maintenance 5S and kaizen processes.
Represent manufacturing engineering crossfunctional teams. Provide manufacturing support and lead FMEA activities related to process and design for key product introductions.
Manage multiple engineering projects from startup to completion
Perform other related duties as assigned
Travel required to assist in product DFMA and/or product transfer between Reynosa MX Lexington TN and Mankato facilities. May also require travel for training and other business needs.
Assist in leading others in the manufacturing group.
Experience/Skills:
6 8 years related manufacturing experience.
Leader of Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing initiatives
Proficient in:
CNC / Robotic machine programming
Computers i.e. Microsoft Office
CAD / Machine tooling and design
Problem analysis and resolution
Have knowledge of hydraulics pneumatics and machining practices.
Quality orientation and high attention to detail
Ability to work with vendors customers and employees
Education:
BS Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
Additional Job Details
CHECK US OUT ON YOUTUBE: Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age gender gender identity sexual orientation race color genetic information religious creed national origin physical or mental disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant please visit the following website: Soliciting
Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Preapproval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
