What you will do
- Drive programs and complete projects to improve operational key metrics: COPQ, VAVE, Inventory and OTD.
- Prepare product cost estimates including labor and tooling, coordinating with other departments for material costs.
- Work with Design and Application Engineering on product design for manufacturability, developing Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and Control Plans.
- Design and implement manufacturing processes, equipment, instrumentation and tooling for new products within schedule and budgetary parameters. Monitor and debug methods and procedures to ensure productivity efficiencies and quality requirements.
- Estimate / develop process and equipment instructions, routings and procedures.
- Manage multiple new product introduction projects simultaneously.
- Interface with other departments to address and resolve issues. Review and recommend changes to mechanical drawings and process documentation.
- Keep current with manufacturing technology and equipment and investigate their potential applications. Recommend incorporation of new technology for company applications where feasible and practical.
- Conduct capability and time studies.
- Implement lean principles in production including 5S.
- Conduct training to Manufacturing personnel on continuous improvement tools, techniques, and programs.
- Drive programs and complete projects to improve environmental and safety performance.
- Compliance and participation in all Smiths Connectors EHS programs, policies, procedures and training requirements.
Who you are (Basic Qualifications)
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related. 3-5 years manufacturing experience including project management, SolidWorks or Creo, tooling design, mechanical and electrical assembly and process design and documentation.
- Knowledge of mechanical principles, electrical / mechanical layout, machining practices and strong computer skills.
- Experience with 3-D printers.
- Ability to communicate effectively, written and verbal, strong interpersonal skills and training abilities.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, AS9100 structure and requirements.
- Proficiency with tools such as 5S, PFMEA, DMAIC, Control Plans, DOE and PPAP etc.
Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).