Manufacturing Engineer

ITW Automotive; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ITW Drawform is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve manufacturing operations across the facility. You will translate customer needs into efficient processes for washing, robotics, packing, material movement and staging.

You will develop layouts, routings, BOMs and FMEAs, collaborate with operations, manage vendor engagements, and support APQP on new programs. A strong background in robotics and metal stamping is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 5-7 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with robotics, machining, washing, part handling, and equipment launches.
• Industrial engineering with some mechanical engineering ideal.
• Familiarity with Solidworks and AutoCAD.
• Experience in metal stamping and parts washing a plus.
• Previous project launch and program management experience.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and implement measurable production processes within the specified time frame, and recommend improvements and cost reduction strategies.
• Assist in determining material handling, storage, and flow requirements.
• Develop and maintain production layouts and prepare alternatives on the CAD program.
• Investigate and specify the resources required to perform new processes.
• Assist with capital expenditure planning, may manage vendors to meet timelines and budgets.
• Input and maintain routings, bills of material, and FMEA's.
• Assist outside processors with the start-up and troubleshooting of processes.
• Develop, document and maintain process plans and machine operating instructions.
• Maintain customer specifications.
• Coordinate the delivery, set-up and start-up of new equipment.
• Develop and coordinate the preventative maintenance program.
• Assist with the APQP process on new programs.

Skills

Robotics

Machining

Washing

Part handling

Equipment launches

Project management

Industrial engineering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering/Mfg. Engineering

Tools

Solidworks

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

ITW Drawform is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve manufacturing operations throughout the facility. This role is focused on developing a deep understanding of customer needs and application requirements and translating those needs into effective manufacturing processes.

The Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with operations to develop, implement, and improve processes related to washing, robotics, packing, material movement, and material staging. With responsibility for material flow from the point it enters the facility until the point it exits the facility, this position plays a key role in ensuring efficient and effective operations while supporting customer requirements.

Essential Functions

• Research, develop, and implement measurable production processes within the specified time frame, and recommend improvements and cost reduction strategies.
• Assist in determining material handling, storage, and flow requirements.
• Develop and maintain production layouts and prepare alternatives on the CAD program.
• Investigate and specify the resources required to perform new processes.
• Assist with capital expenditure planning, may manage vendors to meet timelines and budgets.
• Input and maintain routings, bills of material, and FMEA's.
• Assist outside processors with the start-up and troubleshooting of processes.
• Develop, document and maintain process plans and machine operating instructions.
• Maintain customer specifications.
• Coordinate the delivery, set-up and start-up of new equipment.
• Develop and coordinate the preventative maintenance program.
• Assist with the APQP process on new programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mfg. Engineering required.
• 5 - 7 Years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience required: Robotics, Machining, Wash, Part Handling, Equipment Launches.
• Industrial engineering with some mechanical engineering ideal.
• Familiarity with Solidworks and Autocad.
• Experience in a metal stamping and parts washing environment a plus.
• Previous Project Launch and Program Management experience.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

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