Manufacturing Engineer

Dover Manufacturing Corporation; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Manufacturing Corporation in Boca Raton, FL is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to improve safety, quality, and productivity on the shop floor. You will lead cross-functional teams, apply lean and six sigma methods, and collaborate with operations and product engineering to meet KPI targets.

You will design processes, analyze time standards, capacity, and layouts in AutoCAD, and support capital projects and ECO reviews to maintain quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in manufacturing setting.
• Proficient with problem-solving tools (A3, fishbone, root cause, 5-Whys).
• Knowledge of lean techniques and continuous improvement methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional project teams to deliver annual productivity targets.
• Evaluate and implement changes to increase safety and efficiency in manufacturing processes.
• Support New Product Introduction to ensure compliance with launched products.
• Coordinate and support line extensions and process improvements.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Lean techniques

MS Office

Problem solving

A3 / PDCA

DMAIC

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

External Job Description**Position Summary:**The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for supporting all areas of manufacturing in the improvement of safety, quality, and productivity. They will collaborate with and work in support of operations team to achieve Key Performance Indicators’ and company goals. They will identify process improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing methods, six sigma, and other problem-solving tools.The Manufacturing Engineer will perform engineering tasks related to process time standards, capacity, capital projects and process design. This role will interface directly with all levels of manufacturing and product engineering and be responsible for process improvements and controls, machine capacity/capability, equipment selection, and adherence to procedures and quality standards.The Manufacturing Engineer will troubleshoot manufacturing equipment issues, assist in design of meaningful and accurate performance measurement systems to increase productivity, develop process documentation, improve process flow, and assist in maintaining the plant layout in AutoCAD.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:**Shop floor presence and ability to lead multifunctional project team(s)Evaluate and develop innovative solutions to engineering and manufacturing production opportunities which will include conducting process analysis, applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, materials, and conferring with various internal and external stakeholders.Evaluate, recommend, and implement changes focused on increasing safety and improving efficiencies in the current manufacturing processes by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, cell layout, and establishing and implementing Design For Manufacture (DFM) plans.Work with Engineering and Quality team(s) to assure product and process quality by design testing methods, testing finished product and process capabilities, and establishing standards to confirm and validate manufacturing process requirements. When required work with New Product Development to ensure compliance with all newly launched products.Lead cross-functional team to deliver annual productivity targets (establish and manage project pipeline, work with management to establish the annual Plan productivity targets, and execute projects to deliver productivity at or above the targeted level). When required, provide project management support to ensure deliverables are met.Represent Manufacturing on the Engineering Change Order (ECO) Review Board.Serve as engineering support to shop floor acting as liaison to product engineering by managing shop floor ECO submission(s).Analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.Monitor and report productivity rates. Work with Finance/CI to modify production standards as needed based upon production time studies.Evaluate capital needs, prepare business case and commission.Evaluate and correct safety and ergonomic issues within manufacturing processes.Participate in and provide technical support as needed for Continuous Improvement events and progress toward Dover**Qualifications / Requirements:**Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical).Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in manufacturing setting.**Desired Characteristics:**Demonstrated ability with project management, and quantitative and analytical skills.Basic knowledge of AutoCAD and SolidWorksKnowledge of lean techniquesAbility to efficiently navigate MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPointExcellent communication skillsAbility to effectively problem-solve using problem solving tools and techniques (A3, fishbone, root cause, 5-Whys)Support project leaders (A3/PDCA, DMAIC etc.) to build capability, deliver cost savings, and create a culture of discipline.Coordinate and support new product introduction, and line extensions.You should be proficient in:build rigsmanufacturingmechanical design analysisMachines & technologies you'll use:autocadflow controllersflow meterssemiconductor