Manufacturing Engineer

Great Dane LLC; Terre Town (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits with employer contributions

Retirement programs including Pension and 401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Great Dane LLC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Terre Town, Indiana. This role involves overseeing capital projects and improving manufacturing processes. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering and 5-10 years of experience. Essential skills include knowledge of mechanical systems, engineering principles, and strong computer skills.

The position offers competitive compensation with benefits including medical, dental, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in a relevant field or equivalent combination.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of compliance regulations and codes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates maintenance and repair services for plant locations.
• Implements capital expenditure programs.
• Improves manufacturing efficiency through analysis and planning.

Skills

Basic knowledge of mechanical and electro‑mechanical systems

Lean experience preferred

Six Sigma certifications preferred

Industrial engineering skills

Computer skills including MS Office and AutoCAD

Analytical analysis and problem solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

THE ROLE

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.

The position: Directly responsible for the development and implementation of capital projects. These positions also work closely with Plant and Branch Operations in order to anticipate and resolve issues. Develops manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Engineer Level I:
  • Coordinates maintenance and repair services for plan locations.
  • Follows manufacturer’s instructions and established procedures, requesting special services as needed.
  • Conducts plant visits to assist with project planning, process improvement and to maintain company assets.
  • Provides manufacturing engineering information to customers.
  • Other duties as assigned.
• Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Engineer Level II:
  • All those listed above plus:
  • Responsible for capital expenditure program (budgeting, project planning and implementation).
  • Develops cost reduction, quality and safety enhancement projects/opportunities.
  • Performs payback analysis, obtains quotes and oversees project installation.
  • Improves manufacturing efficiency thru analysis and workflow planning.
  • Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Engineer Level III:
  • All those listed above plus:
  • Develops manufacturing processes.
  • Confers with equipment vendors on product design and capabilities.
  • Develops corporate engineering strategies.
  • Researches new equipment and processes for future implementation.
  • Leads one to two Manufacturing Engineers (Level I-II).
• Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Engineer IV:
  • All those listed above plus:
  • Specifies necessary tooling
  • Develops solutions to manufacturing and quality problems.
  • Leads one to two Manufacturing Engineers (Level I-III).
• Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Engineer Level V:
  • All those listed above plus:
  • Leads one to two Manufacturing Engineers (Level 1-4).

Qualifications

Your skills and abilities (required qualifications)

• Education: A bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering with 5-10 years of experience or the equivalent combination of experience and/or education is required for this position
• Skills:
  • Basic knowledge of mechanical and electro‑mechanical systems
  • Lean experience preferred
  • Six Sigma certifications preferred
  • Other manufacturing certifications preferred
  • Asset justification
  • Industrial engineering skills such as work measurement, labor reporting, and plant layout
  • Understanding of building and maintenance contracts including liability issues
  • Basic knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing processes
  • Computer skills including MS Office and AutoCAD
  • Analytical analysis and problem solving skills
  • Understanding of compliance regulations and codes.
• Travel: Occasional

Physical/mental requirements

The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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.

• Physical demands: Spend 85% of time in office environment and 15% of time in manufacturing environment.
• Work environment:
  • May be exposed to possible shop hazards including high noise, heavy machinery and shop traffic
  • Frequent use of a computer

Benefits overview

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation
• And more!

Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer