Manufacturing Engineer

Asraymond; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ASRaymond is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize production workflows and drive continuous improvement across assembly and distribution cells. You will collaborate with operations, quality, product engineering and supply chain to improve quality, on-time delivery, and reduce costs.

Responsibilities include process design, bottleneck analysis, LEAN initiatives (VSM, 5S, Kaizen), time studies, and developing clear work instructions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in operations, distribution and continuous improvement roles.
• Proficient with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and 3D CAD software; M3 ERP preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Design efficient process flows for materials and finished goods in the warehouse.
• Analyze production lines to identify bottlenecks and improve flow.
• Lead LEAN initiatives including VSM, 5S, Kaizen and root-cause analysis.
• Conduct time studies, norm analysis, and track KPIs.
• Create and maintain clear work instructions and SOPs.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering and supply chain on key initiatives.
• Identify product improvements and support corrective actions.
• Perform CAD/CAM tasks as needed and train others.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

3D CAD

M3 ERP

Education

Bachelors in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing Eng

Tools

CAD/CAM

Job description

The ASRaymond Manufacturing Engineer will optimize production workflows and eliminate waste through leading continuous improvement projects across the assembly and distribution work cells. This role will collaborate with operations, quality, product engineering and supply chain to improve quality, increase on-time delivery and reduce costs across assembly and distribution processes. The Manufacturing Engineer, reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, will be an integral member of the operations leadership team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Design: Create efficient process flow of raw materials, components and finished goods throughout warehouse.
• Process Optimization: Analyze production lines to find bottlenecks, reduce cycle times, and improve material flow.
• Lean Tools Implementation:Lead LEAN initiatives including, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), 5S organization, Kaizen events, and root-cause problem solving to drive improvements throughout the value chain.
• Data & Time Studies:Conduct time studies, norm analysis, and statistical process control to track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Standardization: Create and maintain clear work instructions, error-proofing devices, and standard operating procedures
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with operations, engineering and supply chain to efficiently implement key initiatives and project.
• Metric & Performance Tracking: Develop KPIs to continuously track improvements in the assembly and distribution businesses.
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend product improvements and specific designs that will meet customer requirements or support the implementation of corrective actions.
• Perform duties related to the CAD/CAM role, as needed, including producing programs, designs, and training others to effectively use established systems and resources.
• Other related duties and projects assigned.
• Adherence to the Company Code of Business Ethics and Conduct

Qualifications:

• Five or more years in operations, distribution and continuous improvement engineering role, using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, 3D CAD software. M3 ERP system preferred.
• Ability to read/understand technical material, engineering drawings, and industry standards is required.
• Excellent analytical, reasoning, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to details required.
• Able to adapt to changing priorities, manage multiple projects, and meet established deadlines to support customer requirements.
• Strong proactive and responsive communication and customer service skills, both in written and verbal forms.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels internally and externally to the organization.
• Experience outlining manufacturing processes for parts and assemblies and providing work instruction to manufacturing.
• Lean manufacturing experience required.
• Strong scheduling and organizing skills to complete assigned functions.
• Proficient at reading, analyzing and interpreting customer drawings, specifications, procedures, and standards.
• Proficient with computer systems, including Microsoft Office.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial, Mechanical or Manufacturing engineering discipline.

Core Competencies:

• Manages Ambiguity
• Communicates Effectively
• Leadership

Physical Demands:

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit; use hands and fingers to handle paperwork, boxes, files, cabinets, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is frequently required to talk and/or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The characteristics listed below are representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee has exposure to a normal office environment.