Manufacturing Engineer

Avon Technologies plc; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Competitive Compensation Package

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning and Development Initiatives

Job summary

A leading personal protection solutions firm in Cleveland is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for the 2nd shift. Your role will include ensuring the efficient installation and operation of production equipment. Ideal candidates will have a mechanical engineering degree and experience with tools, machining, and CAD software. Responsibilities include developing manufacturing processes, collaborating with teams for quality improvements, and providing engineering support. A flexible schedule and competitive compensation await the right individual.

Qualifications

• Experience with tooling, machining, and fabricating processes.
• Knowledge of measurement techniques including inspection.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of new manufacturing products.
• Develop and document manufacturing processes.
• Analyze process flows for quality and cost enhancements.

Skills

Tooling and machining processes

CAD software (Creo, Pro-E)

Technical drawing reading

Prioritization of multiple projects

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical / industrial engineering

Tools

Statistical software (SQC Pack, Mini Tab)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer - 2nd Shift

Location: Cleveland, OH

Business Unit: Team Wendy

Purpose of Position: At Team Wendy, we are dedicated to advancing safety and performance in the protective gear industry. As a Manufacturing Engineer, your role is pivotal in driving our mission forward by ensuring the seamless installation and optimization of our production equipment. The ideal candidate thrives on the challenge of installing and running off equipment, transforming theoretical designs into practical, high-quality manufacturing processes. You should possess a deep understanding of manufacturing systems, with a hands-on approach to troubleshooting and refining equipment performance. Your expertise will help streamline operations, enhance product quality, and uphold Team Wendy’s commitment to excellence and innovation. Your proactive problem-solving skills and passion for improving manufacturing processes will directly contribute to delivering superior protective gear to our customers.

Essential Duties and/or Functions

• Lead the implementation into manufacturing of all new, changed, or improved products (via Process Sign-Off) including documentation and final reports
• Develop and document process routings and labor standards
• Develop, evaluate, improve, and document manufacturing processes
• Work closely with quality and manufacturing personnel to implement measurement and process control techniques and procedures to determine process capability and throughput
• Analyze manufacturing process flows continually for the enhancements of quality, cost reduction, and throughput
• Collaborate within cross-functional product/process planning team
• Design and develop tooling and processes to ensure effective and efficient production methods
• Develop sources for and collaborate with vendors to develop specifications for tooling, equipment, parts, or materials, and evaluating products according to quality standards and specifications
• Assist operations on estimating staffing requirements, production times, and relative costs to provide data for operational decisions
• Work closely with manufacturing department to develop, coordinate, and implement technical and process training for employees
• Design and develop a structured process for improvement and coordinate product/process changes (ECR / PCR process)
• Design, develop and implement fixtures and tooling that are consistent with low defect levels and low product cost
• Create and maintain accurate documentation of tool drawings and equipment design concepts, in accordance with R&D and quality assurance functions
• Provide engineering support to production department to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical / industrial engineering
• Experience with tooling, machining, and fabricating processes
• Experience using CAD software such as Creo, Pro-E or other design software
• Knowledge of measurement techniques including inspection and laboratory testing
• Ability to read technical drawings / blueprints
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Preferred/Desired Skills and/or Experiences

• Prior experience with industrial paint application
• Prior experience with CNC programming (HAAS, Mazak)
• Prior experience with robotics (FANUC, UR, Doosan)
• Enthusiastic, cooperative, and positive attitude
• Proven problem-solving skills
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with a statistical software package such as SQC Pack or Mini Tab

About Avon Technologies

We design and produce life-critical personal protection solutions for the world’s militaries and first responders. With a portfolio that includes Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (“CBRN”), protection. We do this through our two brands, Avon Technologies and Team Wendy. Our mission is to provide unparalleled protection for those who protect us, giving them the confidence to tackle challenging situations and helping them get home safe. At Avon Protection, we recognize that our success relies on the collective efforts of our talented team. As an organization, we welcome individuals who embody our #FIERCE company values - fearlessness, integrity, excellence, resilience, collaboration, and the ability to execute.

What We Offer

• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Learning and Development Initiatives

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserved the right to modify, add or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.

Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.

U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain non-U.S. persons. To comply with these laws, Avon must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s). The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at Avon's sole election.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without a sponsorship for employment visa status (e.e. H1B status).

The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Cleveland, OH is $80,000 to $95,000 annually. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, type and years of experience within the industry, education, etc.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability