Manufacturing Engineer Technician (2nd or 3rd Shift)

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Scope of Position

• Prepares routine engineering assignments simple plans designs calculations etc. May carry out routine technical surveys or inspections and prepare reports. Less than three years experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree in Engineering Engineering Technology or a related technical discipline or significant related technical experience.
• 25 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferably high-volume automotive Tier 1 or Tier 2.
• Basic understanding of CNC programming and manufacturing automation.
• Knowledge of quality standards and certification processes (QS-9000 IATF 16949 ISO) preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint) and CAD software (AutoCAD) for creating sketches drawings and technical illustrations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to interface effectively with corporate staff vendors customers and plant employees.
• Experience supporting plant startups new product launches and high-volume manufacturing operations is a plus.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and APQP process is desirable.
• Strong organizational analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic fast-paced environment and support cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare routine engineering assignments simple plans designs calculations and reports to support manufacturing operations.
• Conduct basic technical surveys inspections and assist in documenting findings.
• Support process documentation including control plans reaction plans PFMEAs and update documents as new models are introduced.
• Assist Supplier Quality and Manufacturing during ongoing production of new products and critical periods.
• Collaborate with management engineering maintenance and production staff regarding manufacturing capabilities production schedules and operational considerations for a three-shift facility.
• Apply basic statistical methods to evaluate machinery and process capability.
• Utilize formal problem-solving techniques (8-Step DOE mistake-proofing) to identify issues and recommend corrective actions through designated channels.
• Support CNC program edits and troubleshoot basic programming issues as required.
• Assist production with quality concerns by identifying root causes developing action plans and driving implementation.
• Participate in plant layout planning machinery placement and material handling strategies.
• Support shop floor personnel training activities and pursue personal training for skill development.
• Assist Manufacturing Engineers in tool trials capability studies and development of standardized supporting documents.
• Help develop and maintain Manufacturing Engineering Standards templates and documentation processes.
• Support APQP activities line balancing workstation content planning and production documentation.
• Assist in creating safety and ergonomics documentation for manufacturing processes.
• Develop reports on scrap Key Manufacturing Indicators (KMIs) and continuous improvement projects; present weekly updates to management.
• Ensure proper control approval release and archiving of engineering documents including CAD drawings and part numbering.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and MAFACT activities process innovation initiatives and cost-saving projects.
• Conduct weekly and monthly Layered Process Audits (LPAs).
• Support Lessons Learned Benchmarking and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support monthly operational review reporting MAFACT assessments and IATF audits.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Other tasks as defined by management.

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