Manufacturing Engineer 1

Cirrus Aircraft Ltd.; Duluth, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Well-being programs

Job summary

Cirrus Aircraft Ltd. seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and improve manufacturing processes, methods, and controls in line with product specs and quality standards.

You will troubleshoot production issues, coordinate launches, and support cross-functional teams to meet KPIs while mentoring engineers and ensuring safety and 6S compliance.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in an accredited Engineering field or equivalent.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and lead root-cause actions.
• Experience driving projects with defined scope, schedule, and resources.
• Strong written and verbal communication across all levels.
• Detail-oriented with adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and tooling.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes and controls.
• Troubleshoot production issues and determine root causes with corrective actions.
• Coordinate manufacturing launches for new or revised products.
• Provide on-floor manufacturing engineering support across shifts.
• Mentor engineers and technicians in best practices.
• Maintain safety, quality, and 6S standards; write procedures.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Project management

Communication

Detail orientation

Process improvement

Team collaboration

Education

Four-year degree in Engineering

Tools

Creo

ERP/MES systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, and improving manufacturing processes, methods, and controls in accordance with the product specifications and quality standards. Troubleshoots production issues to determine root cause and corrective actions. Coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products. Supports production to drive success in key performance indicators. Specifies tooling requirements and manages tooling implementation projects. Recommend, justify, and implement new manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety standards and policies and ensure a safe operating environment, including use of appropriate protective equipment and identification of potential safety concerns.
• Develop capable and efficient manufacturing processes by studying product requirements and researching, designing, modifying, and validating manufacturing, assembly, and inspection methods.
• Specify, cost justify, design, develop and test various tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods; and/or oversee the sourcing thereof.
• Coordinate the manufacturing launch of new/revised products including establishing processes, implementing new tooling, providing written procedures, supporting manufacturing issues, and evaluating results.
• Coordinate and implement quality control objectives, activities, or procedures to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability, or minimize costs.
• Keep equipment operational by specifying and coordinating maintenance and repair.
• Develop design-for-manufacturing criteria and process capability expertise to provide input to future product and process design activities.
• Confer with clients, suppliers, staff, and management personnel regarding purchases, product and production specifications, manufacturing capabilities, or project status.
• Provide a manufacturing engineering presence on the production floor to assure interaction with team members from all shifts and appropriate manufacturing engineering support and feedback for the teams.
• Provide technical resources for incident investigation, root cause analysis and corrective action. Participate when requested in finished product and raw material MRB process.
• Provide training to production and support personnel. Develop and implement standard operating procedures.
• Support and implement standard manufacturing practices.
• Mentor other engineers and technicians in best practices.

Qualifications

Required

• Four-year degree from an accredited college in an Engineering field or equivalent.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and lead a systematic approach to determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Ability to drive projects to completion using tools and tactics to specify scope, schedule, and resource requirements.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts effectively with all levels of the organization in both verbal and written forms.
• Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of precision technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Proficient in Microsoft office and computer usage/application.
• CAD software skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• High attention to detail and accuracy; Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and determine root cause of problems.
• Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; objectivity and openness to others' views; positive attitude and team spirit.
• Support of organizational goals, objectives, and values; adherence to company policies and procedures; observation of safety and security procedures; participation in 6S program (sort, straighten, shine, standardize, sustain, safety).
• Tactfulness and respect in working with others regardless of their status or position or the urgency of situations; Acceptance of responsibility for own actions; Integrity in following through on commitments.
• Punctuality in arrival times and observance of appropriate break and meal periods; acceptable attendance record and proper utilization time clocks and time off request forms.
• Responsiveness to management direction; Diligence in completing tasks on time or proposing an alternate plan; openness to additional hours when necessary.

Preferred

• Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
• Knowledge of ERP and MES systems.
• Skills in Creo preferred.

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts:FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
• Well-being:Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider
• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
• PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
• Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
• Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

Other Duties Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug-free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Range

Salary Range: USD $67,133.29/Yr. - USD $100,699.94/Yr.