Manufacturing Engineer

VIVA USA Inc; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VIVA USA Inc. in Waterloo, IA is seeking a PDP Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly to support shop-floor manufacturing activities and drive continuous improvement in assembly operations.

The role emphasizes effective communication, teamwork, and hands-on problem solving in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a degree in engineering, hands-on experience in manufacturing or related fields, and familiarity with Creo View, AutoCAD, SAP; 1st shift 7:00–3:30, onsite only, safety boots

Qualifications

• Effective communication and problem-solving skills are required.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment is required.
• Knowledge in manufacturing, distribution, quality, tool design, maintenance, or facilities is required.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Manufacturing knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/technology

Recent graduates considered

Tools

Creo View

AutoCAD

SAP

Job description

PDP Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly

What Skills You Need (Required skills/experiences)

• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Knowledge in one of the following areas: manufacturing, distribution, quality, tool design, maintenance, facilities

What Makes You Stand Out (Desired skills/experiences)

• Background in Engineering (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, power systems, etc.)
• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment
• Demonstrated conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Experience with manufacturing software like: Creo View, AutoCAD, SAP

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering/technology discipline or equivalent experience
• Will consider recent graduate candidates.

Software Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, OneNote, etc.
• 3D Modeling (Creo View, SolidWorks, etc.)
• AutoCAD

Regarding Driving

This position may drive a client owned Gator inside the factory to get from the office area to a different office area in another part of the factory (all connected and indoors). Worker will need to successfully complete client safety training to be approved to drive this. They will transport their computer or parts/tools. Other workers could ride along if they are going to the same areas due to limited number of available Gators. This would not be driven outside. May also drive their personal vehicle to other facilities within a 20-mile radius. Rental cars are not used for this travel.

Notes

• Fully onsite; candidate must be comfortable with factory environment and occasional intra-facility travel
• Shift: 1st shift (7 am to 3:30 pm) – minimal overtimeWill need metatarsal safety boots for first day
• This is a shop floor position so candidates must be comfortable in this environment
• -50% time spent on feet within the factory.
• -Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status