Manufacturing Engineer

Seats Incorporated; Reedsburg (WI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site clinic

401k with match

Paid vacation

Profit sharing

Continuing education

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Seats Incorporated in Reedsburg, WI is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and sustain manufacturing systems for efficient production of our seating products. You will collaborate with Design, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing and MIS to drive improvements and support new product introductions.

Travel up to 10% may be required. Ideal candidates hold a BS in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, strong hands-on troubleshooting skills, and experience with PLCs, HMIs, and CAD

Qualifications

• BS degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Proven troubleshooting skills with manufacturing equipment.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, processes, controls, and systems.
• Seek continuous improvements in efficiency and quality.
• Design in-house tooling and develop tooling specifications.
• Develop production layouts and value stream maps.
• Support pre-production design reviews and DFMA standards.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

PLC programming

Electrical schematics

Lean Six Sigma

3D CAD (SolidWorks)

Education

B.S. in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PLC/SCADA

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reedsburg
1515 INDUSTRIAL ST
REEDSBURG, WI 53959, USA

Description

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining manufacturing systems for the efficient manufacture and assembly of high quality product though the use of engineering science. The Manufacturing Engineer will be involved in solving production challenges and troubleshooting while managing improvement projects. The Manufacturing Engineer will collaborate with Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, Quality, Purchasing and MIS to develop and maintain manufacturing systems that can accurately and efficiently produce product. Position requires up to 10% in-state and out-of-state travel.

About Seats Incorporated

At Seats Incorporated we're passionate about improving comfort and functionality for vehicle seating around the world. We are focused on quality, comfort, and improving to create the products and environments that our customers need. Our products are highly variable and demand a level of engineering that encompasses many fields. Our products are found in on-highway trucking, construction, railroad, lawn and turf care, fire trucks, and a variety of other applications.

Seats Incorporated has a competitive wage and benefits package including 401(k) with match, paid holidays, paid vacation, in-house medical clinic, and support for continuing education.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, processes, controls, and technical systems
• Continuously seek improvements in efficiency and quality for processes within area of focus
• Ensure manufacturing processes support efficient, consistent, and high-quality production
• Assist in quoting new products or production improvements
• Evaluate tooling needs and develop implementation plans
• Design in-house tooling
• Develop tooling specifications
• Review tooling designs prior to construction
• Evaluate ECRs and MECRs as necessary
• Evaluate production efficiency and develop improvement plans using Lean Six Sigma
  methodology
• Develop production work center layout redesigns in CAD and perform ergonomic studies
• Develop process and value stream maps to assist in efficiency improvement
• Perform Process Capability Studies
• Assist in pre-production design critique and evaluation through participation in design reviews
• Collaborate on cross-functional teams to develop and maintain DFM & DFA standards
• Evaluate SPC data and seek improvements where necessary
• Specify, justify, implement, commission, and support new manufacturing equipment and technologies
• Develop PFMEA documentation
• Assist in production launch planning
• Effectively manage multiple projects
• Communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization

Required Skills:

• B.S. degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field. Equivalent relevant experience will be considered
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on manufacturing and equipment troubleshooting experience
• Demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot unfamiliar equipment and technical problems through research, testing, documentation, vendor support, and systematic problem-solving
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems including sensors, I/O, relays, controls, basic wiring, and electrical schematics
• Experience working with industrial automation technologies such as PLCs, HMIs, industrial controls, manufacturing networks, and automated equipment
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and create technical documents, engineering drawings, schematics, and engineering documentation
• Ability to work independently and to organize and prioritize tasks to meet required deadlines
• Proficient in the use of productivity software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as 3D CAD software (SolidWorks)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated with demonstrated initiative and the ability to take ownership of projects
• Lean Six Sigma experience and training

Additional Skills:

• Sheet metal, welding, and assembly operations
• IATF 16949 experience
• Experience programming or configuring manufacturing equipment such as DC electric torque tools, barcode/vision systems (Keyence), or similar technologies

Benefits Include:

• Competitive pay
• Free on-site Clinic
• 401k plan with company match, fully vested 1st day
• Paid vacation & holidays
• Profit Sharing & Performance Bonus Programs
• Support for Continuing Education
• Opportunities for growth. We promote from within!

Seats Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/E-Verify Employer

Required

Mechanical

Advanced

Microsoft Office

Advanced

CAD/3D Modeling

Advanced

Preferred

Interpersonal Skills

Intermediate

Team Oriented

Advanced

Problem solving

Advanced

Behaviors

Preferred

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

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