Manufacturing Engineer

Leviton; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

PTO

Paid holidays

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Leviton is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support timely production of quality, cost-effective parts. You will drive continuous improvement and cost reduction across manufacturing processes, from product development to production, with emphasis on lean transformation and process optimization.

Responsibilities include developing equipment specs, piloting new processes, and supporting production teams in resolving process issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of related Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering experience.
• LEAN Manufacturing and Six Sigma training preferred.
• Pre-terminated fiber optic/copper cable assembly manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop equipment specifications and cost analysis for integrating machinery.
• Transition products from development to production ensuring quality and cost targets.
• Develop and validate manufacturing processes for new products via PILOT runs.
• Provide engineering support to production to resolve process issues.
• Lead Lean manufacturing activities, kaizen events, and cost reduction projects.
• Estimate production times and related costs for management decisions.

Skills

Coordination & facilitation

Time study / workflow analysis

Quality tools (SPC, FMEA)

Excel for cost analysis

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Proactivity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

LEAN Manufacturing training

Six Sigma training

Pre-terminated fiber optic/copper cable assembly experience

Job description

About Leviton

At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.

About the role

This position provides Manufacturing Engineering support to ensure the timely production of quality, cost effective parts and assemblies. Perform continuous operational improvement that supports the goals and objectives of cost savings for the business unit including cost reduction and quality improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop equipment specifications, performance requirements, cost analysis and proposals for integrating machinery and equipment such as automated machinery equipment into manufacturing processes.
• Responsible for the transition of assigned products from development into production and assuring that manufacturing processes for product meet expectations regarding product cycle times, quality levels and costs.
• Develop manufacturing processes for new products & validate the processes by performing PILOT runs.
• Provide engineering assistance to production and manufacturing teams to solve problems related to the process.
• Provide assembly support in technical matters relating to assembly drawings, interpretation, engineering change notices, rework manufacturing process
• Contribute on new product teams to bring product to the market in a timely manner while assuring quality and manufacturability of process and product.
• Analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining Routings and Labor Standards.
• Analyze and recommend product design changes including packaging design for ease of manufacturing, cost reduction and quality improvement.
• Support the development of required documentation such as Method Sheet, operator training, demonstrating documenting process capability and transitioning products from development to production by required ISO standards.
• Responsible for designing and implementing the overall Lean program roadmap - driving Lean thinking and process improvement across the organization.
• Coordinate and lead all Lean Manufacturing Activities within the location including kaizen events, projects and any other activity to improve and further lean efforts and ensure contribution to the development and execution of Lean Transformation plan.
• Perform Cost/Benefit analysis for new and improved processes and/or products and cost reduction projects
• Estimate production times, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Confer with engineering and manufacturing management regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Ability to coordinate and facilitate discussions regarding the design, development, and introduction of products to meet customer requirements
• Ability to gather input from production personnel through team implementation of process improvements on the production floor
• Ability to perform time-studies or workflow analysis
• Experience using quality tools, such as, but not limited to, statistical process control and process failure modes effects analysis
• Ability to use Excel for cost analysis

Behavioral Skills

• Analytic Skills - Analyze data to make informed decisions
• Attention to Detail - Ensure accuracy in work product, documentation, and processes to maintain high standards
• Communication - Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with coworkers, along with internal and external customers and key stakeholders
• Proactivity - Taking initiative to address potential issues or concerns before they elevate to ensure smooth operations

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Industrial/ Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering required
• Minimum of 2 years’ related experience in Manufacturing Engineering or Industrial Engineering
• Training in LEAN Manufacturing and Six Sigma is preferred
• Pre-terminated Fiber Optic/Copper cable assembly manufacturing experience is preferred

What We Offer

Comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
• 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• Volunteer time off

For more information about benefits, please go to: https://careers.leviton.com/benefits

Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process.For any questions, or to ensurethe legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at 631.812.6544.

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