Manufacturing Engineer 1

Applied Composites; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Composites is seeking an Engineer 1, Manufacturing to help improve manufacturing capabilities for our composite products. The role supports sustaining and growing operations by refining fabrication processes and aiding the introduction of new products to the manufacturing and supply chain environment.

The ideal candidate has a post-secondary engineering degree and up to 2 years of relevant experience, with a disciplined, analytical approach to problem-solving and familiarity with Lean or

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in Engineering or equivalent
• 0–2 years of relevant experience
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement programs

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering solutions to improve the manufacture of AC products
• Follow existing procedures to solve standard problems and analyze information
• Communicate technical information clearly and verify understanding
• Participate in design and development work for new products
• Contribute to improving processes impacting operations growth
• Work within standardized procedures to meet objectives and deadlines
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Problem solving

Lean/Six Sigma

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Applied Composites (AC) is seeking anEngineer 1, Manufacturing who provides expertise in improving the manufacturing capabilities to produce products. Contributes to improving fabrication processes that can directly impact the sustaining and growth efforts of operations. Participates in the introduction of new products to the manufacturing and supply chain environment.

About AC:

Come and join the Applied Composites team. We are a leading provider of complex composite components, assemblies, engineering and tooling to the aerospace, defense and space system markets. Our employees are treated with respect and given the support, knowledge, and resources they need to thrive. If you are looking for a company that values and develops its employees while offering engaging work, Applied Composites may be the place for you.

Job Accountabilities:

• Provides expertise in developing engineering solutions to improve the manufacture of new and existing Applied Composites products
• Uses existing procedures to solve standard problems; analyzes information and practices to make judgments
• Effectively exchanges straightforward technical information, asks questions and checks for understanding
• Participates in the team's design and development work for new products
• Contributes to improving processes that can directly impact the growth efforts of operations
• Works within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Job Specifications:

Education: Post-secondary degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations.

Years’ Experience: 0 - 2 years of relevant experience.

Skills:

• Excellent ability to apply a systematic, disciplined and analytical approach to problem solving
• Familiar with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or other continuous improvement
• Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to drive tasks to completion
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and database management tools

Benefits:

At Applied Composites, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, tuition reimbursement and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

AC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled - Affiant Employer.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.