Manufacturing Engineer

Wacker Neuson; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I to enhance factory processes and ensure production efficiency. This role involves designing improvements, maintaining documentation, and maximizing production capabilities while ensuring safety and quality standards. With a culture rooted in mutual respect and family values, this innovative firm offers a dynamic work environment with flexible schedules and numerous growth opportunities. If you're passionate about engineering and looking to make a significant impact in a global manufacturing setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Health and well-being programs

Onsite gym

Casual work attire

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, focusing on production processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve factory processes, focusing on assembly and fabrication.
• Implement process changes and conduct safety reviews and time studies.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Problem-solving

Communication

Analytical Skills

Production Processes Understanding

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

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Build your career with a leading global manufacturer of high-quality construction equipment and compact construction machines. Wacker Neuson serves multiple industries, including construction, landscaping, agriculture, architecture, and municipal applications like roadbuilding, rail transport, and recycling.

At Wacker Neuson, we foster a culture of mutual respect and agility, rooted in family enterprise values. Headquartered in Munich, Germany, with international sales and production sites, Wacker Neuson employs over 6,500 people worldwide, offering numerous career growth opportunities.

In the US, enjoy casual work attire, flexible schedules, health and well-being programs, including an onsite gym at our Menomonee Falls location, and competitive benefits.

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer I develops and improves factory processes, focusing on assembly, fabrication, paint, or facility projects. Responsibilities include maintaining production capability, enhancing quality, reducing costs, ensuring safety, and maximizing throughput.

What you will Do:

Design and Process Improvement

• Develop new and improve existing production areas.
• Participate in core teams, design processes, research best practices, involve shop personnel, perform cost analysis, draw layouts, and obtain approvals.
• Implement process changes such as Engineering Change Notices, tooling requirements, routing creation, deviations, tool work orders, Kanban, time studies, and operator training.

Maintenance and Documentation

• Process tool replacements.
• Maintain routing.
• Perform safety reviews.
• Train machine operators.
• Conduct time studies.

ISO Functions

• Update OMS.
• Implement corrective actions.
• Resolve manufacturing and safety issues.
• Coordinate with specialists as needed.
• Document processes outside normal optimization.

Production Maximization

• Utilize current tooling and personnel efficiently to maximize production without compromising quality.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering or similar discipline.
• Minimum of 1 year of Manufacturing Engineering experience; 3 years preferred.
• Understanding of production processes.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in CAD, Word, Excel, and Access.