Manufacturing Engineer

Delta Precision Components; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Precision Components is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes in a production facility. You will focus on improving efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness by developing new systems and procedures, analyzing production data, and collaborating with various teams to ensure product quality.

You will lead initiatives to streamline production, solve real-time floor challenges, and drive continuous improvement using APQP, PFMEA, and PPAP

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering or related field; 3+ years manufacturing experience in aerospace preferred.
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, SPC and Control Plans.
• Experience with continuous improvement and problem solving (Lean/Six Sigma).
• GD&T knowledge and precision machining experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain manufacturing processes, work instructions, routers, control plans, PFMEAs and process flow diagrams.
• Support APQP, PPAP, FAI and production launch activities as needed.
• Establish standardized manufacturing methods for machining, assembly, inspection, testing and special processes.
• Provide DFM feedback to optimize manufacturability and reduce costs.
• Analyze manufacturing data and implement corrective actions for process variation.
• Participate in internal audits, process audits, layered process audits, and customer audits.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

PFMEA

SPC

Control Plans

GD&T

Excel

Project Management

Lean / Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace or Manufacturing Technology)

Tools

CAD/ CAM

MS Excel

Job description

Delta does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. To save time, please do not apply for this role if you will need Delta immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of Delta as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H-1 B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.).

Manufacturing Engineer

Why apply for this position?

Be part of a forward-thinking Engineering function focused on improving how we build and deliver. You will help streamline production, solve real-time challenges on the floor, and lead initiatives that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and promote sustainability. Most importantly, you will work on innovative products that help keep people safe in the air.

OVERVIEW

With over 40 years of stability and growth, Delta Precision Components LLC, and its’ divisions of Delta Gear and Delta Research is a manufacturer of advanced gears and machined elements for the automotive, defense and aerospace industry.

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes within a production facility, focusing on improving efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness by developing new systems, equipment, and procedures, analyzing production data, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with other departments to ensure smooth operations and product quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain manufacturing processes, work instructions, routers, control plans, PFMEAs and process flow diagrams.
• Support APQP, PPAP, FAI and production launch activities as needed.
• Establish standardized manufacturing methods for machining, assembly, inspection, testing and special processes.
• Troubleshoot in-process manufacturing and part design issues by providing Design for Manufacturing (DFM) feedback to optimize manufacturability and reduce costs.
• Ensure process changes are properly documented, reviewed, validated and approved.
• Define tooling, fixtures, gaging and equipment requirements.
• Support prototype, first article, and production manufacturing activities.
• Support corrective and preventative action activities using root cause analysis methods, including 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, Fault Tree Analysis, including to provide analysis and suggestions.
• Ensure process changes are properly documented, reviewed, validated and approved.
• Analyze manufacturing data and implement corrective actions for process variation.
• Participate in internal audits, process audits, layered process audits, and customer audits.
• Support mistake-proofing (poka-yoke) implementation as needed.
• Provide technical support to production personnel and quality teams.
• Work with vendors to bring in new technology to enhance manufacturing processes and reduce manufacturing costs/lead times.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives from a software-driven outlook (e.g., CAM templates, advanced setup sheets and manufacturing work instructions, streamlining CAM programming, etc.)
• Analyze drawings, CAD data, parts lists, and other technical specifications to properly determine the scope of work and ensure that parts meet specified tolerances.
• Participate in programming, tool selection, and machining processes, ensuring the production of exceptional final products.
• Provide inputs to the quoting process related to material specification and manufacturing process steps.
• May train, coach or mentor less-experienced engineers.

Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering, with course of study in Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace or Manufacturing Technology. May consider seven (7) years of directly relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• At least three (3) years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably Aerospace.
• Strong understanding of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, SPC and Control Plans.
• Strong skills for interface and collaboration within Engineering and with operational teams.
• Must have advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel for data analysis.
• Must have strong project management skills that include defining scope of work, outcomes and tracking and reporting performance to meet expectations.
• Must have strong experience with continuous improvement and problem solving, preferably Six Sigma and Lean, and demonstrated success in applying the methodologies in a manufacturing environment, preferably Aerospace.
• Solid grasp of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and demonstrated ability to apply them to precision machining.
• Demonstrated success working in fast-paced manufacturing environment and effectively managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Must be able to work overtime to meet project deadlines and to support operational processes, including weekends and holidays.
• Frequent walking, standing, stooping and bending on the manufacturing floor.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer, measuring equipment and manufacturing systems.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally.

OTHER

• Sponsorship, now or in the future, is not available for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Remote work or Hybrid work schedule is not available for this position.

Delta Precision companies are Equal Opportunity Employers dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion across our organization. We welcome and support individuals from all backgrounds and ensure that all employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.