Manufacturing Engineer
Muncie, IN - USA
Job Summary
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Job Responsibilities:
- Plans creates documents develops and implements procedures used to assemble process and manufacture the companys products. Resolves manufacturing and production engineering problems and investigates new technologies and current processes to maintain a competitive advantage. Continuously works to improve overall processes including process development scheduling creating documentation product assembly and production and processing problem solving. Analyzes and plans work force utilization space requirements workflow and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
- Defines and supports the processes required to manufacture/assemble drive train components in a high-volume production facility utilizing state of the art assembly equipment and techniques.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Engineering Technology or a related technical discipline or equivalent significant related experience.
- 35 years of experience working with manufacturing/assembly lines in high-volume automotive Tier 1 or Tier 2 operations.
- Knowledge of quality standards and certification processes (QS-9000 IATF 16949 ISO) required.
- Working knowledge of automation used in manufacturing including robotics conveyors and pick-and-place devices.
- Experience supporting plant startups and major product launches is a plus.
- Proficiency in CNC programming PLCs and data collection systems.
- Strong analytical skills including statistical process control process capability assessment and problem-solving techniques.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to interface effectively with corporate staff vendors customers and plant employees.
- Experience with process documentation PFMEA control plans and engineering change processes.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing APQP continuous improvement methods and cost-saving initiatives is desirable.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Plan create document develop and implement procedures used to assemble process and manufacture drivetrain components and assemblies in a high-volume production facility.
- Resolve manufacturing and production engineering problems and investigate new technologies and processes to maintain a competitive advantage.
- Continuously improve overall manufacturing processes including process development scheduling product assembly documentation and problem-solving.
- Analyze workforce utilization space requirements workflow and equipment layout to maximize efficiency.
- Define and support processes required to manufacture and assemble drivetrain components using state-of-the-art assembly equipment and automation including robotics conveyors and pick-and-place devices.
- Document processes control plans reaction plans PFMEAs and update documents as new models are introduced.
- Define gauging methods and measurement standards to support high-volume manufacturing.
- Support Purchasing Supplier Quality and Manufacturing during ongoing production of new products and critical periods.
- Confer with management engineering maintenance and production staff regarding manufacturing capabilities production schedules and operational considerations.
- Develop specifications and procure machine tools tooling and gauges.
- Define investment plans for future product designs estimate manpower requirements and plan capacities for current and future products.
- Apply statistical methods to assess machinery and process capability and implement improvements as needed.
- Utilize formal problem-solving techniques (8-Step Design of Experiments mistake-proofing) to initiate recommend or provide solutions through designated channels.
- Implement PLCs and data collection systems and create/edit CNC programs as required.
- Assist plant layout planning machinery placement and material handling strategies.
- Provide support for shop floor personnel training and pursue personal development for continuous knowledge growth.
- Support APQP activities line balancing and workstation content planning.
- Develop and maintain reports on scrap Key Manufacturing Indicators (KMIs) and continuous improvement initiatives with weekly reporting to management.
- Develop and maintain documentation control processes including part numbering CAD drawing standards and engineering documentation.
- Support new business quoting lessons learned benchmarking and process innovation initiatives.
- Lead or support the implementation of engineering cost-saving projects including manpower reductions and tooling cost optimizations.
- Conduct weekly and monthly Layered Process Audits (LPAs).
- Support MAFACT assessments and IATF audits.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
At Magna we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. Thats why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications and in consideration of job requirements regardless of in particular color ancestry religion gender origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
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