Advanced Manufacturing Engineer – Plastics

GE Appliances, a Haier company; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances, a Haier company, is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer – Plastics in Louisville, KY to join the Plastics AME team. The role focuses on tooling and equipment project activities, qualifications, mold design reviews, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure mold and equipment acceptance.

You will work with the COE as the internal plastics supplier and support design reviews, project scheduling, and EHS approvals, while contributing to manufacturing improvements and cost

Qualifications

• Collaborate across cross-functional teams to drive manufacturing initiatives.
• Demonstrate high energy, initiative, and motivation in a team environment.
• Maintain organization and follow-through on multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Participate in cross-functional team meetings and design reviews for injection molds, presses and automation equipment.
• Support Equipment Qualification projects and ensure deliverable dates and status are accurate.
• Assist AMEs in developing technical specs for molds/equipment and manage project KPIs.

Skills

Collaboration

High energy

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

End of Arm robotics

Job description

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.

Interested in joining us on our journey?

The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (AME) for Plastics is an entry position into the Plastics AME team. This role involves executing tooling and equipment project activities. These include project Equipment Qualification maintenance and documentation, participating in part and mold design reviews, tracking mold build schedules, supporting mold trial planning and execution and working cross-functionally to achieve final mold/equipment acceptance.

This role will work closely with counterparts in the Center of Excellence (COE), which is the internal plastics “supplier” of all Appliance Park in-house molded products.

Position

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer – Plastics

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

Manufacturing Project Management

• Participate in cross-functional team meetings and design reviews for injection molds, injection molding presses and associated automation equipment
• Support the GE Appliances Business Change Request (BCR) process
• Assist Senior/Principle AME to develop technical specifications to ensure accurate and timely delivery of associated molds/equipment
• Support Equipment Qualification projects in Oracle Agile, helping to ensure deliverable dates and project status remain accurate and up to date
• Support Senior/Principle AMEs in reporting on capital spending, project timeline/delivery status and other KPI related aspects of a project

Safety, Quality, Productivity, Cost

• Maintain certified Lock Out (LOTO) status for safe equipment operation
• Support completion of supplier Risk Assessments and EHS approvals of all applicable equipment
• Participate in part dimensional and tolerance requirement reviews to ensure Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
• Collaborate with Plastics CAE experts to analyze design, quality and productivity related aspects of new plastic part designs
• Support RFW (Request for Quote) and Pugh Matrix comparisons for supplier selection
• Support communications within the COE team to ensure smooth plant implementation of molds and equipment

Position Requirements

• Ability to collaborate within the organization to support operational success and continuous improvement
• High energy, initiative, and motivation to contribute to a team-oriented environment
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Good problem-solving methodology and strong follow-through on initiatives

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in injection molding or manufacturing engineering
• Experience working in a high volume manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of Project Management in a technical cross-functional manufacturing environment
• Experience working with MS Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree (plastics / mechanical / manufacturing engineering / industrial / electrical)
• Injection molding design and/or processing knowledge
• Experience working with End of Arm robotics
• Working knowledge of GD&T dimensional requirements
• Experience with MS Project

Working Conditions

• Working conditions are normal for both an office and manufacturing environments.
• Work may involve lifting materials and products up to 25 pounds.
• Working in the manufacturing environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, work shoes/boots.
• Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
• Work will include walking and standing for extended periods, using stairs, cross-overs and ladders.
• Up to 30% of travel required for international and domestic travel to plants, suppliers, etc.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities. This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices. By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy. GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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