Manufacturing Cost Engineer

Location: This is an on-site position located at our Neenah WI location. Remote work and relocation are not available.

Starting Pay: Competitive based on experience

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Status: Full-Time On-Site - No relocation is available.

Travel: 10%

Join Our Team!

Do you enjoy helping customers achieve their daily goals At Bent Tubes LLC our team is driven hardworking and enthusiastic about producing quality products and delivering exceptional customer satisfaction. If this describes how you like to work apply today to join our team in Neenah WI!

At Bent Tubes LLC we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation teamwork and continuous improvement. Join us and enjoy:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical dental vision 401(k) with employer match PTO holiday pay and more.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Work with cutting-edge equipment in a growing OEM landscape.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values collaboration customer satisfaction and professional development.

For 25 years Value Added Distributors (VAD) and our family of companies including Bent Tubes LLC have been leading providers of hydraulic components in the industrial marketplace. Headquartered in Wisconsin we pride ourselves on our midwestern work ethic and state-of-the-art techniques enabling us to deliver outstanding products and service to customers across eight states.

About the Role:

As a Manufacturing Cost Engineer you will be a vital part of our operations team collaborating with sales customer service quality and manufacturing teams to design efficient workflows analyze costs and enhance productivity. This role blends engineering principles analytics leadership and problem-solving to meet customer expectations while driving profitability and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management: Plan execute and manage continuous improvement projects alongside engineers and the Divisional Manager.

Communication: Effectively interact with management clients vendors and production staff to gather information provide updates and align project goals.

Cost Estimation: Analyze production costs (materials labor equipment) and assess the impact of product design changes on expenditures.

Production Scheduling: Develop and manage schedules coordinate resources and update routing to meet operational requirements.

Quality Control: Implement procedures to minimize defects and collaborate with production teams to address quality issues.

Process Optimization: Conduct time studies analyze workflows and implement strategies to improve safety quality productivity and cost efficiency.

Data Management: Perform data entry and database management to ensure accurate records.

Customer Expectations: Foster a culture of urgency and disciplined adherence to meet quality and delivery requirements.

Safety Compliance: Follow safety practices and wear appropriate PPE in manufacturing environments.

Team Support: Participate in training programs lead by example and support team development in quality standards safety practices and compliance

Skills & Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree or 2 years of equivalent experience in industrial manufacturing fluid power mechanical or quality control management.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to present technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint.
• Basic math and mechanical aptitude including the ability to utilize tape measures and digital calipers.
• Type 25 WPM.
• Valid drivers license with a clean driving record.

Preferred:

• Certified Six Sigma Green Belt Certified Reliability Engineer or Certified Quality Engineer.
• Familiarity with Lean and/or Six Sigma principles and ISO 9001 standards.
• Experience using Epicor and CAD systems.
• 2-3 years of experience as a Manufacturing Cost Engineer in an OEM fabricator setting.

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Apply Today!

If youre ready to make a difference and join a growing company with a strong reputation in the industrial marketplace we want to hear from you! Submit your resume today and take the next step in your career.

As part of the hiring process Value Added Distributors may conduct a thorough background check on candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment. This background check may include but is not limited to verification of employment history education criminal history and other relevant information. For positions that require driving as part of the job responsibilities a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check will also be conducted to ensure the candidate meets the companys driving standards. A valid drivers license and a clean driving record are required for such roles. By submitting your application you acknowledge and consent to these background check procedures as part of Value Added Distributors hiring process in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Value Added Distributors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and ensures that all background checks comply with federal state and local laws including the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).