Manufacturing Engineer 2

Fox Factory, Inc.; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k plan with employer matching

Dependent Care Savings

Job summary

FOX Factory, Inc. in Georgia seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to plan and coordinate manufacturing processes, develop and improve methods, and run multiple projects with oversight from management and senior engineers.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, 3+ years in production, ERP knowledge, and experience with hardware specs, manufacturing quality, and product development. May lift up to 50 lbs in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Engineering design knowledge.
• Manufacturing methods, procedures and quality.
• Time management and prioritization abilities.
• Data gathering and analysis skills.
• Basic programming logic and Microsoft Office.
• Exposure to ERP and its requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develops, evaluates, and enhances manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
• Analyzes and plans workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors.
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished‑product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.
• Provides manufacturing decision‑making by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.
• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Provides manufacturing engineering information by answering questions and requests.
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
• Co‑ordinates maintenance and repair services; follows manufacturer instructions and established procedures; requests special service to keep equipment operational.
• Maintains product and process database by writing computer programs; entering data.
• Completes design and development projects and may train technicians.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Manages 5 to 10 projects concurrently.

Skills

Engineering design knowledge

Manufacturing methods

Time management

Data analysis

Basic programming logic

ERP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering

Tools

ERP

Job description

Company Overview

FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance‑defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand is used on bicycles, side‑by‑side vehicles, on‑road vehicles with and without off‑road capabilities, off‑road vehicles and trucks, all‑terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network.

Why You Should Join Us

We provide competitive wages, great benefits and employee discounts. Our team enjoys a fun environment where collaboration and product excellence are paramount. If this sounds like something you would love to do, apply today.

Position Summary

NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE – Georgia Candidates Preferred
Plans and coordinates manufacturing processes. Develops and improves manufacturing processes by studying product and manufacturing methods. Runs projects with some oversight from management and senior engineers.

Position Responsibilities

• Develops, evaluates, and enhances manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
• Analyzes and plans workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors.
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished‑product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.
• Provides manufacturing decision‑making by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.
• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Provides manufacturing engineering information by answering questions and requests.
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
• Co‑ordinates maintenance and repair services; follows manufacturer instructions and established procedures; requests special service to keep equipment operational.
• Maintains product and process database by writing computer programs; entering data.
• Completes design and development projects and may train technicians.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Manages 5 to 10 projects concurrently.

Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

• Engineering design knowledge
• Manufacturing methods, procedures and quality
• Time management and prioritization abilities
• Data gathering and analysis skills
• Basic programming logic and Microsoft Office
• Exposure to ERP and its requirements

Position Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering or a related field.

Experience: 3+ years of experience in a production environment; knowledge of ERP and its requirements; experienced with hardware specifications, manufacturing methods and procedures, manufacturing quality and product development.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Manufacturing environment. May lift up to 50 lbs. Requires walking, standing, bending and lifting for long periods of time. Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer.

Disclaimer

This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job’s essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FOX provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate. We base all employment decisions – including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations and social/recreational programs – on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 401k plan with employer matching. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document or employee handbook.

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