Manufacturing Engineer

Amarillo Gear Company LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathawayyoull be doing things that matter leading at every level and winning a better way. Were committed to making a positive impact on the world providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities and fostering a culture where everyones empowered to be their best.

SCOPE: The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for improving manufacturing processes increasing machine efficiency reducing and eliminating waste and leading capital improvement projects that support the companys operational vision and culture of excellence and strategic goals. This position applies Lean Manufacturing principles continuous improvement methodologies the use of employee collaboration and engineering best practices to improve productivity quality safety and cost performance. This role partners with Safety Quality Production Maintenance Programming Supply Chain and leadership to identify opportunities and implement sustainable process improvements.

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EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or related degree
• 1-3 years industrial experience (Experience and/or training in safe work environments capital improvement and maintaining compliance with ISO standards)
• Excellent cross-departmental communication skills verbal and written
• Strong organizational analytical and time management skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize multiple projects
• Green Belt Certification preferred
• Experience in leading Continuous Improvement events/capital projects
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel Word Access PowerPoint etc.)
• CAD software experience (SolidWorks AutoCAD Inventory or similar) preferred
• Exposure to CNC machining automation or precision manufacturing preferred
• Understanding of GD&T and manufacturing drawings
• Familiarity with ISO 9001
• Ability to travel to other locations as needed

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate VAVE (Value added value engineering) and LEAN projects to improve productivity reduce cycle times and eliminate waste.
• Lead lean manufacturing initiatives including 5S Kaizen Events Standard Work Value Stream Mapping SMED and Visual Management.
• Monitor and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness machine utilization downtime scrap and throughput to drive predictive maintenance processes.
• Manage project timelines budgets and cross-functional communication.
• Monitor statistical reporting and all KPIs to drive preventative actions.
• Work with the shop leads on day-to-day Continuous Improvement projects (PDCA Boards).
• Analyze current production floor plan and work towards in-lining the material flow (equipment placement and space requirements to maximize efficiency).
• Ensure that project schedules are developed and targets are reached.
• Evaluate manufacturing capacity and develop recommendations for future growth.
• Create manufacturing work instructions process documentations and SOPs.
• Collaborate with Quality to reduce defects and improve process capability.
• Support new product introductions by developing efficient manufacturing processes including work holding fixturing tooling and programs.
• Ability to facilitate cross-functional teams and empower employees to achieve Lean results.
• Track and report continuous improvement savings.
• Maintain compliance with all safety environmental and quality management systems.
• Self-driven and goal oriented.
• Problem solving and analysis abilities through the utilization of root cause analysis tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing for more than 1 hour walking more than 100 ft. reach above at or below shoulders climb stairs bend stoop and/or squat grasping hand/wrist twisting lifting of up to 50lbs.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email your request to and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.