Manufacturing Engineer

Job Purpose:

Performs engineering / technical assignments using manufacturing engineering practices and principles. Introduces new product designs into production. Designs documents trains and implements manufacturing methods processes tools fixtures and equipment that support product quality and quantity goals and objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Drive programs and complete projects to improve operational key metrics. COPQ VAVE Inventory and OTD.
• Prepare product costs estimates including labor and tooling coordinating with other departments for material costs.
• Works with Design and Application Engineering on product design for manufacturability developing Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and Control Plans.
• Designs and implements manufacturing processes equipment instrumentation and tooling for new products within schedule and budgetary parameters.  Monitors and debugs methods and procedures to ensure productivity efficiencies and quality requirements.
• Estimates / Develops process and equipment instructions routings and procedures.
• Manages multiple new product introduction projects simultaneously.
• Interfaces with other departments to address and resolve issues.  Reviews and recommends changes to mechanical drawings and process documentation.
• Keeps current with manufacturing technology and equipment and investigates their potential applications.  Recommends incorporation of new technology for company applications where feasible and practical
• Conducts capability and time studies
• Implements lean principles in production including 5S
• Conducts training to Manufacturing personnel on continuous improvement tools techniques and programs
• Drives programs and completes projects to improve environmental and safety performance
• Compliance and participation in all Smiths Connectors EHS programs policies procedures and training requirements.

Qualifications :

Technical Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related.  3-5 years manufacturing experience including project management SolidWorks or Creo tooling design mechanical and electrical assembly and process design and documentation.

• Knowledge of mechanical principles electrical / mechanical layout machining practices and strong computer skills
• Experience with 3-D printers

• Ability to communicate effectively written and verbal strong interpersonal skills and training abilities
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 ISO 14001 OHSAS 18001 AS9100 structure and requirements
• Proficiency w/tools such as 5S PFMEA DMAIC Control Plans DOE and PPAP etc.

In order to comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations this position requires applicants to either provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations.

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin economic status disability age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate support and embrace diversity.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time