Junior Manufacturing Engineer - Process Improvement & Tools

Parker Hannifin; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support our Parker Aerospace operations in Kalamazoo, MI. The role focuses on determining manufacturing methods, improving workflows, and maintaining tooling accountability.

You will work with quality engineering and shop floor teams to implement efficient processes and documentation. Ideal candidates have trade school or AA in manufacturing and at least five years of related experience, with strong Lean and CAD proficiency and experience

Qualifications

• Trade school or AA in Manufacturing or related field.
• 5+ years in manufacturing or related engineering role or equivalent.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Observe operators to gather information on manufacturing processes.
• Create/edit travelers and work instructions for fabrication, assembly, test, and rework.
• Reduce setup times by identifying tool and fixture needs for manufacturing processes.
• Assist in root-cause analysis and cost reduction for manufacturing processes.
• Maintain status and progress reports on assigned programs.
• Create and maintain 3D models and engineering prints.
• Manage design data with PDM to ensure version control and accessibility.
• Attend in-house training to maintain knowledge.
• Collaborate cross-functionally on projects.

Skills

CAD

Lean manufacturing

3D modeling

Education

Trade school or AA

Tools

CAD software

PDM software

Job description

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support our Parker Aerospace operations in Kalamazoo, MI. The role focuses on determining manufacturing methods, improving workflows, and maintaining tooling accountability.

You will work with quality engineering and shop floor teams to implement efficient processes and documentation. Ideal candidates have trade school or AA in manufacturing and at least five years of related experience, with strong Lean and CAD proficiency and experience