Manufacturing Engineer

• Design develop implement and validate manufacturing processes methods tooling equipment and controls to support the production of products and components.
• Analyze and plan labor utilization equipment requirements workflow manufacturing space and layout to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Support all phases of prototype development builds and production launches.
• Actively apply new manufacturing technologies and evaluate opportunities that contribute to plant objectives cost reduction quality improvement and operational efficiency.
• Participate in product design reviews to ensure manufacturability optimal productivity and cost effectiveness; recommend alternative designs materials or processes as needed.
• Prepare and evaluate manufacturing studies related to cost quality inventory levels feasibility and process capability for new and existing products.
• Recommend and implement improvements to manufacturing processes involving materials labor tooling equipment layouts and ancillary systems.
• Select approve and develop tooling and equipment to meet manufacturing requirements and product design intent.
• Coordinate implementation of new processes and provide training to ensure readiness and timing objectives are met.
• Establish and verify poka-yoke (error-proofing) systems.
• Serve as a technical resource for process changes problem-solving teams and continuous improvement initiatives ensuring product design intent is maintained.
• Actively pursue quality improvements across manufacturing processes.
• Support new program launches as part of the SDT or Pre-Launch Team as assigned.
• Research and implement state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies to ensure products are manufactured in the most capable and cost-effective manner.
• Work closely with production teams to ensure key performance measures are met and lines are properly balanced.
• Maintain effective communication with all stakeholders and provide periodic status updates.
• Act as a customer liaison for product design and engineering-related matters.
• Complete all required training as mandated by the company and customers.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

• Ensure compliance with ISO and IATF 16949 standards.
• Develop and maintain PFMEAs Process Flow Diagrams Control Plans and Operator Instruction Sheets.
• Collaborate closely with Ergonomics and Health & Safety teams to ensure safe and efficient workstation and line design.
• Adhere to all Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards.
• Report occupational injuries illnesses accidents and unsafe conditions promptly.
• Support continuous improvement in safety ergonomics and environmental performance.

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Electrical Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or a related manufacturing role (automotive experience and background strongly preferred).
• Strong working knowledge of product design and assembly processes using PFMEA principles.
• Hands-on experience implementing manufacturing processes methods tooling equipment and controls.
• Practical knowledge of PFMEA Control Plans Process Flows and Operator Instruction Sheets.
• Experience creating processes and procedures to meet budgetary goals and performance metrics.
• Proficiency with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational analytical communication and time-management skills.

This position is 1st shift (6am-3:30pm) - Must be able to flex time work OT and oversee major changes to off shift.