Manufacturing Engineer

ABEC; Belém; Presencial; USD 40.000 - 80.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to enhance manufacturing methods and tooling. This role involves leading continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing workflows, and ensuring adherence to Lean Manufacturing principles. You will collaborate with site personnel to drive efficiency and quality while supporting the strategic manufacturing plan. If you have a passion for engineering and a knack for problem-solving, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Serviços

Paid holidays and vacation time

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

Generous 401K plan

College tuition benefit program

Employee Referral Program

Qualificações

• 3+ years experience in Manufacturing Engineering preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of LEAN manufacturing tools and techniques.

Responsabilidades

• Lead CI activities and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Support site personnel in Lean Manufacturing training and facilitation.
• Analyze and optimize manufacturing efficiency and workflow.

Conhecimentos

LEAN manufacturing tools

Continuous Improvement (CI)

Problem-solving

Manufacturing efficiency analysis

Formação académica

Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Ferramentas

Kaizen facilitation

Supplier qualification audits

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Description

This is a full time, onsite role at our Bethlehem, PA facility.

Company Background

ABEC is a leading supplier to the biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry. ABEC's unique value is based on combining long experience with the ability to engineer, design, manufacture, commission, qualify, and service the entire bioprocess to reduce overall cost, shorten time to market, and maximize productivity. ABEC's products include process and equipment engineering/consulting services, comprehensive site services, bioreactors and fermenters, filtration and chromatography systems, prep and hold systems, and cleaning/sterilization systems.

Benefits Include

• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance (benefits start day 1)
• Company paid life insurance
• Generous 401K plan (40% match)
• College tuition benefit program
• Employee Referral Program
  
  

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer will support the effort to improve the methods, materials, and tooling utilized within manufacturing. This involves identifying opportunities from within the manufacturing team on a daily basis as well as executing manufacturing improvement projects based on the strategic manufacturing plan.

Responsibilities

• Lead CI activities at the site by actively seeking out, identifying, and executing on opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction within the manufacturing process. Manage the CI process locally and participate globally in CI initiatives to drive value for the organization.
• Provide support to site personnel in the areas of Lean Manufacturing to include training, Kaizen facilitation, and determining savings associated with CI projects.
• Support the Manufacturing Manager by providing local facilities engineering and support.
• Problem-solve process, product, and tool defects to determine root cause and resolution.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and optimizing the facility layout, workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Support communication and understanding of new or modified manufacturing processes or related changes in manufacturing methods. Ensure Lean Manufacturing techniques are applied to new equipment and processes.
• Recommend and support capital expenditure analysis for capital equipment.
• Audit manufacturing processes and established mfg. procedures to ensure process adherence.
• Assist in conducting supplier qualification audits to assess technical capability, productive capacity as required.
• Actively participate in company’s programs around safety and quality.
• Execute other tasks as assigned.
• Ability to travel when required.
• Will play an active role in identifying and driving Continuous Improvement (CI) opportunity.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a similar technical discipline.
• Consideration will be given to individuals who may not have the specified depth of educational background, but have extensive experience deemed to satisfy the overall requirements of the position.
• At least (3) years’ experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role preferred, preferably involving custom-engineered technical products.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of LEAN manufacturing tools and techniques.
• Background in biotech or chemical industry, or experience with custom-designed process equipment of a similar scale and complexity preferred.
• Awareness of and prior experience with implementing Continuous Improvement (CI) a plus.
• Prior Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus.