Manufacturing Engineer

PLP; Albemarle (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PLP is seeking a manufacturing engineer to assist in developing specifications and tooling for lean manufacturing processes. You will collaborate with technical staff to design or procure fixtures and equipment, conduct kaizen events, and implement lean strategies to reduce waste and improve setup times.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Manufacturing Engineering or related field with 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, plus proficiency with ProE and AutoCAD; PLC knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline with three to five years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience with lean manufacturing practices and value stream analysis.
• Ability to develop and implement process improvements and fixtures.

Responsibilities

• Develop value stream strategies for modified or new machines and tooling.
• Conduct kaizen activities to optimize workforce utilization and layout for efficiency.
• Develop and implement lean strategies, reduce setup time, and track results.
• Plan use of tools, machines, and fixtures and document processes.
• Test machine capabilities and resolve malfunctions with establishment personnel.
• Provide manufacturing documentation, setup definitions, and procedures.

Skills

Original thinking

Creativity

Resourcefulness

Project planning

Effective communication

Self-motivation

Independent action

Opportunity seeking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline

Tools

ProE

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.