Manufacturing Engineer

PLP; Albemarle (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PLP is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to assist in developing engineering specifications and tooling for lean manufacturing environments. The role involves collaborating with technical staff to design or procure fixtures, machinery, and tooling to improve quality and cost metrics.

You will conduct kaizen studies, analyze layouts and workflows, and implement lean strategies focused on setup reduction and waste elimination. Proficiency with Pro/E/Creo, AutoCAD, and PLC concepts is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience with lean manufacturing practices and process design.
• ProE/Creo and AutoCAD design software proficiency.
• Familiarity with PLC programming and system integration is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Develop value stream strategies for modified or new machines and equipment to improve quality and cost.
• Conduct kaizen to optimize workforce utilization, space, workflow and layout for cell manufacturing.
• Develop and implement lean strategies, drive projects, eliminate waste, reduce setup times, track results.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Kaizen

Value stream mapping

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Pro/E/Creo

AutoCAD

PLC programming

Job description

Responsible for assisting in the development of manufacturing engineering specifications and special tooling and/or the modification of equipment used in the lean manufacturing process.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• In conjunction with other technical staff members, develop value stream strategies of modified or new machines and equipment that will positively impact key business metrics of quality and cost; including the design or procurement and development of fixtures, machinery and/or tooling.
• Conduct kaizen activities to analyze work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, and design layout of equipment for maximum efficiency of cell manufacturing.
• Develop and implement lean strategies, which drive teams and projects, identify and eliminate waste, concentrate on set up reduction, and implement solutions while tracking and communicating results.
• Recognize and plan the use of appropriate tools, machines and fixtures, implement processes and follow up the results of the process.
• Provide detailed manufacturing documentation including tool and fixture drawings, definition of setup, and operational procedures.
• Test ability of machines to perform designated tasks. Confer with establishment personnel to implement operating procedures and resolve system malfunctions.
• Provide periodic reports, maintain required records and files consistent with ISO standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas. Develops project plans; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget. Ability to effectively relate and communicate at all levels of the organization. Self motivated; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline with three to five years of manufacturing experience.

EXPERIENCE

Must have a working knowledge of manufacturing equipment with the ability to develop and implement sound lean manufacturing practices. Experience with ProE (or equivalent) and AutoCAD design software. Proficient with Microsoft Windows, Word and Excel. PLC programming and system integration experience helpful. Previous experience in process design and/or modification. Experience with fixture design and knowledge of machining practices. Previous "Lean" manufacturing experience and exposure to diverse manufacturing processes and materials.