Manufacturing Engineer

Standard Motor Products; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive parts manufacturer in Milwaukee is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer. The role involves creating, developing, and improving manufacturing processes while promoting Lean principles. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years of experience. Responsibilities include designing efficient processes for new products, conducting training, and participating in project leadership. Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and relevant software tools is essential. This opportunity offers room for growth in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read part and assembly drawings/prints.
• LabVIEW experience is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Create and improve manufacturing processes.
• Promote Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Design manufacturing processes for new products.
• Develop and train on new processing equipment.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

LabVIEW

PLC programming

Automation

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Access

Outlook

Minitab

CNC programming

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

SPC

GD&T

Job description

Established in 1919 and traded on the NYSE, Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) is a leading independent manufacturer and distributor of premium automotive replacement parts utilized in the maintenance, repair, and service of vehicles in the automotive aftermarket. Additionally, SMP provides customized solutions for vehicle control and thermal management products in diversified end markets represented by its Engineered Solutions segment. Globally, SMP employs over 6,000 employees across nearly 40 manufacturing, distribution, and engineering facilities and offices located in North America, Europe and Asia. SMP sells its products primarily to automotive aftermarket retailers, program distribution groups, warehouse distributors, original equipment manufacturers, and original equipment service part operations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, Mexico, and other Latin American countries.

Primary Responsibilities

Create, develop, document, implement, and improve processes and procedures used to manufacture, assemble, process, and/or test the Company’s products in a manner to ensure company business objectives are met. Leads and participates in projects to improve delivery, quality, and/or cost, which requires coordinating activities with other functions. Projects may include methods, processes, machine designs, tooling and equipment, new manufacturing technology, and performance monitoring systems.

Duties

• Actively promote and apply Lean Manufacturing philosophies, concepts, and methodologies within the production implementation and manufacturing improvement process.
• Reduce costs of existing manufacturing, methods, processes, and materials.
• Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes for new or changed products; transform concepts and information from Design Engineers into a manufacturing process that produces product that meets design intent, is cost‑effective, and efficient.
• Actively participate in new product/process development projects, taking over leadership as they are released for implementation. Required knowledge and experience includes:
• Hydraulics
• Pneumatics
• Electronic interfaces and systems, such as LabVIEW
• PLC programming
• Automation
• Develop, document, distribute, and train employees on new processing equipment, tooling, materials, and methods for assembly, sub‑assembly, and machining processes.
• Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing process capabilities and capacities.
• Work with Tooling and Maintenance Departments on maintenance requirements to develop preventive maintenance schedules and qualify tools using statistics.
• Specify, justify, requisition, and implement new capital equipment, including ROI estimates.
• Develop and maintain production routings, process sheets, and work instructions.
• Create and update information in the ERP systems such as rates, routings, instructions, adding tools and fixtures to BOMs.
• Define, refine, and improve existing manufacturing processes.
• Use Lean methodologies and 6‑S principles.
• Use Six Sigma tools.
• Investigate automation concepts, options, costs, and ROI.
• Refine and improve existing production layouts and material flow.
• Define, design, implement, and support tooling and fixtures.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to the production floor.
• Participate in new product design and development meetings.
• Verify and release new tooling and fixtures.
• Train new manufacturing engineers to create and maintain product masters, structures, routings, and process sheets.
• Train production personnel on new manufacturing processes.
• Lead and/or participate in internal audits and corrective actions.
• Lead and/or participate in APQP meetings.
• Create and update PFMEA and process flow charts.

Other Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, and follow all applicable policies, procedures, work instructions, safety rules, and regulations. The job duties and requirements described herein are intended to represent the major elements of this job function and the primary knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required to perform those major elements. Qualifications and other job‑related requirements and conditions are subject to change. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) or equivalent from a four‑year college or university; and two to four years of related experience and/or training. Experience using MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, Outlook, Minitab, ERP software is required. LabVIEW experience is a plus. Must be able to read part and assembly drawings/prints. Experience with CNC programming, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, SPC, and GD&T is preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Additional

All employees are expected to abide by and support company policies, procedures, and instructions. The Trombetta General Quality Policy is to be considered in all work activities. The job duties as depicted are intended to represent the major elements of this job function. They are not to be considered all inclusive and other or modified duties may from time to time be assigned. Qualifications and other job‑related requirements and conditions may change. This job description may be revised at any time with approval of Human Resources.

Standard Motor Products is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.