Manufacturing Engineer

New Haven, CT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

SARGENT is a market leader in locksets high security key systems door closers exit devices electro-mechanical products and access control systems for new construction renovation and replacement applications. The companys customer base includes commercial construction institutional and industrial markets. Included in SARGENTs product offerings are windstorm certified locks hardwired and wireless access control devices designer levers and antimicrobial hardware coating.

Are you passionate about building efficient processes driving quality and shaping the future of manufacturing

Join our team as a Manufacturing Engineer where youll play a key role in improving production performance launching new products and influencing how our manufacturing operation evolves.

This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys hands-on problem solving collaborating across teams and leading meaningful improvements that directly impact our business.

This role will sit on-site in New Haven CT reporting to the Profit Center General Manager.

What you will be doing

Develop and continuously improve manufacturing processes to enhance safety quality and efficiency.
Prepare and maintain accurate manufacturing documentation work instructions and process standards.
Create comprehensive quality plans to ensure product reliability and compliance with specifications.
Lead root-cause analyses and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
Drive lean manufacturing initiatives including workflow optimization leadtime reduction and implementation of visual factory principles.
Plan commission and maintain production machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Champion quality improvement efforts through training communication and deployment of best practices.
Manage the evaluation selection purchase and installation of new equipment and technologies.
Optimize utilization of automated systems including multiaxis CNC equipment and robotic automation.
Lead cross-functional costreduction productivity and efficiency improvement projects.
Collaborate closely with internal teams external customers and suppliers to resolve technical issues and support manufacturing objectives.
Apply lean methodologies (Kanban PokaYoke VSM JIT) to streamline operations and reduce waste.
Promote a visual factory environment and reduce product lead times.
Support automation cellular layout design and process optimization.
Plan commission and support machine and assembly production lines.

What we are looking for

Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering or engineering related field of study.
Must have 2-5 years of hands-on experience working as a Manufacturing Engineer (or similar role).
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles (Kanban PokaYoke JIT VSM).
Experience with metal machining processes and tool design.
Practical understanding of SPC (Statistical Process Control).
Forward-thinking mindset with the ability to generate innovative solutions.
Strong teamwork communication and collaboration skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Skills

CNC programming experience preferred

What we offer

We are passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits so that you can enjoy a lifelong career with us.

Bonus eligible.
Continuous professional development opportunities and an environment that fosters internal growth and mobility.
Competitive compensation and benefits package which includes multiple healthcare options tuition reimbursementand matching 401k.
Generous holiday schedule and paid time offto refresh and recharge.
Employee pricing on our products and discount programs for travel entertainment and more!

We review applications regularly so dont hesitate apply today!

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group

Our people have made us the global leader in access return we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces physical and virtual safer more secure and easier to access.

As an employer we value results not titles or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions supporting them with regular feedback training and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact and we encourage them to grow their role locally regionally or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board its important to us to have diverse inclusive teams and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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