Manufacturing Engineer

Pioneer Transformers; Dyersburg (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ERMCO, headquartered in Dyersburg, TN, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to plan, direct, and coordinate production processes at our headquarters. The role offers relocation to Dyersburg and requires collaboration with engineering, planning, and purchasing teams to improve efficiency.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 1–2 years related experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work across departments to optimize production methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 1–2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business materials and technical procedures.
• Ability to write reports and present information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods.
• Analyzes work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow for maximum efficiency.
• Confers with design staff on product design and tooling for efficient production methods.
• Coordinates with vendors to determine specifications and procure equipment/materials.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs for management decisions.
• Discusses manufacturing capabilities and schedules with management and other staff.
• Applies statistical methods to forecast future manufacturing requirements.

Skills

Manufacturing methods

Layout design

Statistical methods

Vendor coordination

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.)

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc. (ERMCO) is the leading manufacturer of distribution transformers and engineered electrical solutions, serving electric utilities, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and industrial customers across North America. Headquartered in Dyersburg, Tenn., ERMCO delivers reliable, high-quality products that power homes, businesses, and communities across North America.

With a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, ERMCO is at the forefront of supporting grid modernization and energy transition. Our vertically integrated operations, customer-focused culture, and investment in people and technology make ERMCO the Most Valued Partner for delivering resilient, sustainable power infrastructure for the future.

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating manufacturing processes in the industrial plant.

This position is located at our headquarters in Dyersburg, TN. We are offering relocation to Dyersburg.

Responsibilities

• Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods.
• Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from four-year college or university
• One or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers and the general public.

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to work harmoniously with other employees within his/her department and other departments with which they interface.

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Job Locations

US-TN-Dyersburg

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