Manufacturing Engineer

RBC; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC in Weaverville, NC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to plan, direct, and support CNC machining processes and the personnel who run them. You will research production problems, establish standard requirements for equipment, tooling, and methods, and determine optimal use of resources.

As a mid-level engineer, you will drive cost reductions and quality improvements using lean tools (Value Stream Mapping, 6S, Kaizen, Six Sigma) and collaborate with engineering and production teams to

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with CNC machine tools and tooling development.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new production equipment to enhance manufacturing capabilities.
• Maintain accurate work instructions, routings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Drive process improvements focused on cost reduction, quality, and safety.
• Provide engineering support to business/production unit.
• Analyze layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.

Skills

AutoCAD

Pro-E

SolidWorks

CNC tools

Lean manufacturing

Kaizen

Six Sigma

6S

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Project management

Education

B.S. in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Pro-E

SolidWorks

Job description

Dodge Asheville
70 Reems Creek Rd
Weaverville, NC 28787, USA

Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Employment Type: Full-time

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Manufacturing | Mechanical Power Transmission Components | Engineering Services

Job Function: Manufacturing Engineering | Process Improvement | Equipment Development

Job Summary: Plan, direct, and support manufacturing processes and personnel in a CNC machining environment. Research and resolve production problems, establish and implement standard requirements for equipment, tooling, and methods. Determine best utilization of equipment, material, and personnel.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Development and Implementation

• Develop and implement new production equipment to enhance manufacturing capabilities.
• Ensure equipment meets production requirements and safety standards.

Documentation and Accuracy

• Maintain accurate work instructions, routings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Ensure all documentation is up-to-date and reflects current processes.

Process Improvement

• Drive process improvements focused on cost reduction, quality, and safety.
• Utilize lean manufacturing tools such as Value Stream Mapping, 6S, Kaizen, and Six Sigma to enhance operations.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering.

Knowledge of Auto-Cad, Pro-E, or Solid-Works design software, Word Processing, Spreadsheet and Project Management software.

• Knowledge of CNC machine tools, programming, controls, and capabilities.
• Knowledge of cutting tools, work-holding, and fixturing methods.
• Skilled in manufacturing process review/development.
• Strong understanding of lean process improvements.
• Work with integrity and uphold organizational values.
• Develop strategies to achieve organizational goals.
• Meet challenges with resourcefulness original thinking and creativity.
• Prioritize and plan work activities and uses time efficiently.
• Meet challenges with resourcefulness, original thinking and creativity.

Physical Requirements

• Routinely lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and depth perception.
• Routinely reach with hands and arms and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Frequently required to stand and walk.
• Occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide engineering support to business/production unit.
• Develop, evaluate, design and improve manufacturing methods, materials and tooling.
• Analyze, plan, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Confer with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Quote internal and external business opportunities.
• Confer with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Estimate production times and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Confer with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Apply statistical methods to evaluate and improve process capability and estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.

Why Join Us?

• Work alongside a collaborative, experienced leadership team.
• Be part of an industry leader with a strong brand reputation and an innovation-driven culture.

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