Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Yanfeng; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Yanfeng is seeking an experienced AME to develop and implement manufacturing strategies, optimize workflow, and specify tooling/equipment. The role involves coordinating with vendors to procure and install solutions at manufacturing facilities while meeting IOS, EHS, and product safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years in manufacturing engineering, is willing to travel to customer sites, and can work across teams to improve processes and performance in automotive interiors

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, advanced manufacturing, process engineering, tooling, or similar
• Must be able and willing to travel and work at customer sites, including industrial manufacturing plants which might require climbing, lifting, or working in confined spaces.
• Equivalent work experience may also be considered for certain positions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement manufacturing strategies by utilizing knowledge of product design, materials, tooling and equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
• Create plans that optimize workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow.
• Create specifications for tooling and equipment and collaborate with vendors to procure, install and implement into the manufacturing facility.
• Adhere to IOS, EHS, Product Safety and Compliance requirements as part of daily work.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Problem solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Plastics or Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

The AME works to develop and implement manufacturing strategies by utilizing their knowledge of product design, materials, tooling and equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards. They create plans that optimize work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow. The AME uses product requirements to create specifications for tooling and equipment and then works with vendors to procure, install and implement into the manufacturing facility.

Common Requirements

International Operating System (IOS): Understand, apply and meet all function-related IOS requirements.

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS): Understand, apply and meet all function-related EHS requirements.

Product Safety: Understand, apply and meet all function-related Product Safety requirements.

Compliance: Understand, apply and meet all function-related Compliance requirements

Information Security: Understand, apply and meet all function-related IT / Information Security and confidentiality of YFAI information requirements.

Must comply with all company policies and procedures.

Employee must have the ability to work additional hours and / or overtime as needed or assigned to complete job duties on time.

Ability to multitask, interact politely and professionally with customers, suppliers and vendors, and work cooperatively with employees at all levels.

Ability to maintain predictable and regular attendance, arrive to designated location on time, or be at assigned location ready to work for assignment (plant, corporate office, or remote).

Specific Requirements

Required Education Level: Bachelor's Level Degree

Science Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical Engineering

Plastics or Engineering Technology required (BSME or BSMET or similar)

• Equivalent work experience may also be considered for certain positions.

Required Qualifications (Experience Level, Skills, Knowledge)

3-5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, advanced manufacturing, process engineering, tooling, or similar

Must be able and willing to travel and work at customer sites, including industrial manufacturing plants which might require climbing, lifting, or working in confined spaces.

Preferred Qualifications (Experience Level, Skills, Knowledge)

• Experience in Automotive/Manufacturing (Tier One Automotive interiors experience preferred, not required)
• Candidates must demonstrate solid skills in communication, interpersonal relations, and ability to inspire individuals to improve performance.
• Mechanical aptitude and analytical problem solving
• Work flow, line balance and takt time
• Experience with AutoCAD
• DOE and data driven studies experience
• Six Sigma, Lean, Continuous Improvement training or experience
• Candidates must demonstrate technical and project management skills
• Familiar with entire product life including development, launch and production.
• Understands and demonstrates ability to work with and improve documented manufacturing standards

Physical Ability Requirements

Stationary Position (Sitting or Standing): Frequently

Movement (Walking): Frequently

Carry Weight (Lifting up to XX lbs): Occasionally

Communication (Seeing/Talking/Hearing): Frequently

Use Hands/Fingers (Operate computer, printer, phone): Frequently

Language Required and Preferred

Required: English (Fluency with Reading, Writing, Speaking)

Preferred: None

Work Environment

Often exposed to distracting sounds and noisy conditions

Personal protective equipment is required

May frequent manufacturing plants and must follow all rules while visiting locations.

EHS and Quality Requirements

• People Leaders/Managers and above and EHS Professionals must be certified on EHS Management Systems (e.g. EMS, OHSMS)
• EHS Professionals, YFIMS (EHS Principle) Auditors must be designated and certified as an EHS Internal Auditor
• Designated EHS Critical Roles must be certified (such as Plant Manager, EHS Professional, Operations Manager, Equipment / Maintenance / Facility Manager, Logistics Manager, Team Leader / Supervisor, Others)
• Technicians/Operators of High Risk Equipment must be certified before operating (forklift, overhead crane, etc)
• Technicians/Operators of High Risk Activity (Electrician, Welding, etc.) must be certified to meet specific EHS Qualifications including legal requirements
• People Leaders/Managers and above, Quality Professionals and Quality personnel (eg. AME, ME, PE etc.).
• All Internal Auditors* (Including Quality System Auditor*, Process Auditor* and Product Auditors*)
• All product critical characteristic knowledge and legal requirements for product apply to Product Safety Personnel (e.g. Safety Parts Engineer, Operator, Inspector, etc.)
• Color/Appearance Evaluation – Apply to Color Evaluation personnel (e.g. Appearance Engineer, Operator, Inspector, etc.)
• Product Safety – Apply to the person who requires product safety knowledge (e.g. Safety Parts Engineer, Buyer, Operator, Inspector, Advanced Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, etc.)
• Detail requirements are defined in IOS-Internal Audit Process

About Us

Thank you for your interest in Yanfeng. As one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers, we are creating the future of mobility as a collaborative, global team. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, as well as a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we are a company with an established history and a bright future.

In North America, Yanfeng is focused on enhancing the mobility experience through the design, development, and manufacturing of automotive interiors, seating, electronics, and passive safety systems. Founded in Shanghai in 1936, Yanfeng’s history of innovation and craftsmanship have since expanded the business globally. Currently, Yanfeng has more than 240 locations and approximately 55,000 employees worldwide.

Become a part of something more. Join our team as we grow and create the future of mobility, together.

About The Team

Yanfeng is committed to developing our employees through opportunities like development programs, continuous learning, mentorship, and volunteerism. Our industry-leading team is looking to recruit highly motivated and engaged talent. Upon joining Yanfeng, new employees will get a detailed introduction through our comprehensive onboarding process. Advance your career with personal and professional growth as a part of our global team!