Manufacturing Engineer

Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp in Gainesville, GA is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to design, improve, and optimize production processes while prioritizing operator safety. You will drive quality, efficiency, and data-driven decisions using Kubota’s 5-Gen and KPS principles, lead projects, and collaborate with maintenance and vendors.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in engineering, strong CAD/CAM skills (AutoCAD), and experience with manufacturing methods and quality assurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with focus on manufacturing.
• Essential skills include leadership, manufacturing methods, quality assurance, and presenting technical information.
• Familiarity with CAD and CAD/CAM circuit design is required.
• Master’s degree in a manufacturing-related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize operator safety while designing manufacturing processes.
• Establish robust processes with poka-yoke to prevent defects.
• Analyze layouts, space needs, and workflows to boost productivity.
• Provide cost, schedule, and capacity insights for decisions.
• Lead project activities: timelines, budgets, and vendors.
• Prepare reports and maintain SOPs and technical specs.
• Champion continuous improvement and Kaizen initiatives.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and traceability.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance for new equipment.
• Follow policies and identify improvement opportunities.
• Design tooling/fixtures records using CAD tools.
• Train technicians on new or revised processes.
• Stay current with workshops, literature, and professional networks.
• Support teammates to balance workloads.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing methods

Quality assurance

Project management

CAD

CAD/CAM

Technical presentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree in a manufacturing-related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Join Our Team as a Manufacturing Engineer!

Are you ready to make a difference in the world of manufacturing? As a key player in our team, you will design, develop, and enhance manufacturing processes that not only meet product requirements but also prioritize operator safety. Your expertise will shape the future of our production methods!

Key Responsibilities:

Safety First:Dive deep into product requirements and collaborate with equipment vendors to craft manufacturing processes that prioritize the safety of our operators. Your research and innovative designs will set the standard for excellence.

Quality Assurance:Establish robust manufacturing processes that incorporate poka-yoke solutions to prevent quality issues. You’ll design testing methods, evaluate finished products, and ensure our processes meet the highest standards.

Boost Productivity:Analyze workflows, space requirements, and equipment layouts using Kubota’s 5-Gen and KPS Principles to drive efficiency and enhance productivity across the board.

Data-Driven Decisions:Provide critical insights for manufacturing decisions by calculating production costs, reviewing schedules, and estimating future needs. Your analytical skills will guide our operations.

Project Management:Lead project-related activities transparently, overseeing everything from timelines and budgets to team coordination and vendor procurement. Your leadership will be essential for successful program implementation.

Reporting & Documentation:Collect, analyze, and summarize trends to prepare insightful product and process reports. You’ll also create and maintain vital process documentation, including standard operating procedures and technical specifications.

Continuous Improvement:Support our manufacturing goals by spearheading process design, optimization projects, and Kaizen initiatives. Your contributions will help us achieve safety, productivity, and quality targets.

Regulatory Compliance:Uphold our company’s reputation by ensuring compliance with government regulations. Your attention to detail will protect our integrity.

Preventative Maintenance:Collaborate with maintenance teams to establish preventative maintenance initiatives for new equipment, ensuring longevity and efficiency.

Policy Adherence and Improvement:Follow company policies while actively seeking opportunities for improvement. Your recommendations will help us grow.

Tooling and Fixture Design:Utilize CAD applications to develop and maintain design records for tooling and fixtures, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.

Training and Development:Implement new or revised processes by training technicians, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Stay Ahead:Keep your professional knowledge sharp by attending workshops, reviewing publications, and participating in professional societies. Networking is key!

Team Support:Contribute to a collaborative environment by supporting your teammates whenever capacity issues arise.

Qualifications:

Educational Background:Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, with a focus on manufacturing.

Essential Skills:Proficiency in dealing with complexity, leadership, manufacturing methods, quality assurance, and presenting technical information. Familiarity with CAD and CAD/CAM circuit design is a must.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience with AutoCAD.
• Background in engineering within the manufacturing sector.
• A Master’s degree in a manufacturing-related engineering field is a plus.

Working Conditions:

• Prepare to thrive in varying temperatures and a dynamic, loud environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods, walk the shop floor, sit at a desk, and operate both power and hand-held tools.

Direct Reports:

• None

If you’re passionate about driving innovation in manufacturing and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of our industry!