Junior Manufacturing Engineer

HOLT CAT; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HOLT Manufacturing in Waco, Texas, seeks a Junior Manufacturing Engineer to provide technical support for production of components, including fixturing, machining application, and CAD drafting. You will design and test processes, draft blueprints, and ensure manufacturing compatibility with various machines.

The role requires knowledge of CAD tools, programming software, and strong problem-solving abilities to improve quality and efficiency while adhering to safety and Lean practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 3–5 years in manufacturing operations or related experience.
• Up to 2 years of CAD software experience.
• Experience with CAD programming tools such as GM code, Esprit, and ProNest.

Responsibilities

• Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the use of Lean principles to improve process efficiency.
• Acts as a specialist with respect to programming software to establish processes for component production.
• Maintains machining and forming processes to specifications and performs process testing for quality assurance.
• Collaborates with engineers and operators to resolve manufacturing challenges and optimize setup sheets.

Skills

LEAN manufacturing

Engineering techniques

Reading drawings

CAD literacy

Excel

SQL / Access databases

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

Esprit

ProNest

Job description

Job Summary

The Junior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for providing technical and troubleshooting support related to production of components to include fixturing, machining application, safe practices and programming for components. This role applies standard engineering techniques to design, analyze, test, maintain, repair, or improve products, components, or assemblies. In addition, uses computer-aided design (CAD) software to design and draft blueprints used in product manufacturing. All manufacturing components will be processed to run on various machines (e.g., cut table, plate roller, horizontal/vertical machining centers, and turning machines).

Department, Employment Type, Location, Address and Workplace type

• Department: Machine Division (MAC)
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Location: Waco Mfg and Rebuild
• Address: 2000 Texas Central Parkway, Waco, Texas, 76712
• Workplace type: Onsite

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Essential Functions

• Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT's Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
• Acts as a specialist with respect to programming software (GM code, Esprit, ProNest, etc.) to establish processes to create or form components
• Provides input into applicable fixturing/work holding and cutting tools to achieve manufacturing objectives for component production
• Maintains machining and forming processes to specifications and performs process testing to ensure quality control of practices and procedures
• Collaborates and mentors operators in the proper use of each process as well as primary responsibility for ensuring that each program is not permanently modified
• Communicates operational issues, ergonomic, safety, efficiency improvements, process bottlenecks, and quality concerns to Operations Supply Chain Manager
• Maintains high level of understanding in electronic file organization, security and maintenance
• Partners with engineering design groups to resolve manufacturing challenges associated with machining and forming - during NPI and prior to release of production orders
• Assists with continuous improvement activities, 5S development, Rapid Improvement Workshops, and machine PM development
• Monitors adherence to quality standards and develops action plans to address programming problems that cause sub-standard quality results
• Communicates, maintains, and collaborates in fostering continuity with MPS team to include machine operators, welders, MFG technicians, Process Specialist, and Manufacturing Engineers
• Collaborates with Manufacturing Engineering, with detailed set-up sheet and instructions (Standard Work) for production of the components or units to accompany each process as required
• Communicates feedback of details to area section manager and participation in Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCAs) of issues, defects, and concerns
• Operates computer aided design (CAD) equipment to create plans, develop drawings, and propose layouts of products, components, and assemblies
• Calculates engineering computations and prepares specifications
• Reports and compiles information on operations for documentation purposes
• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards to include addressing
• Works overtime as required by workload and customers' needs
• Requires regular and punctual employee attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of LEAN manufacturing processes, tools, manufacturing, and operations, and asset acquisition
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering techniques
• Ability to operate computer aided design (CAD) to designs and draft blueprints
• Ability to accurately read and interpret detailed and complex drawing information to develop time sensitive component set-ups in addition to actual process
• Computer and related software knowledge and/or experience and the ability to learn/use new computer programs
• Knowledge of Microsoft products (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), and SQL / Access databases
• Verbal, written, communication, and presentation skills
• Solid interpersonal and customer service skills with internal customers
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and conceptual skills
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to handle a complex workload
• Ability to identify complex problems and to review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Coaching, training, and influencing abilities
• Ability to prepare reports and maintain records
• Ability to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public

Requirements

Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Minimum of three to five years in manufacturing operations or operational experience required. Up to two years of computer-aided design (CAD) software required.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Travel: None

Physical Requirements: Significant amount of time standing, walking, stooping, and reaching. This role frequently communicates with others, must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina. Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work. Occasionally lifts and moves materials and equipment weighing up to 35 lbs.

Work Environment: Requires wearing proper protective and safety equipment (PPE). Regularly works indoors around moving equipment and exposed to flashes of light from welding, and loud noise levels. Exposure to small quantities of chemicals, dust, steam, high-pressure water and high speed rotating equipment. Frequently works at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions.

Disclaimer: Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.

About HOLT Manufacturing

The HOLT Manufacturing facility in Waco, Texas has been configured to deliver fast turn-around on new product production while providing full customization as requested.

The state-of-the-art facility, located on Texas Central Parkway, is the worksite for a range of fabricated products including HOLT Spray King water tanks, engine and generator packaging enclosures, oilfield engine skids, and a full line of land management tools such as root plows and root rakes.

HOLT Manufacturing leads in precision production, powered by a state-of-the-art facility and skilled professionals.

Our team includes Component Technicians, Manufacturing Technicians, Quality Control Specialists, Weld Fabricators & Finishers, Planning Analysts, and Section Managers, all working together to ensure top-tier results with cutting-edge processes and equipment.