Manufacturing Engineer 3 - Conveyor Paint and Body

Mercedes-Benz Group; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz Vans in the United States seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to design and optimize production processes, lead continuous improvement, and ensure quality across machining, forming, welding, and assembly. The role emphasizes lean practices, cost control, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

You will plan capacity, develop schedules, and support implementation of medium-to-large-scale manufacturing changes, while mentoring junior engineers and contributing to budget planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Over 5 years of relevant experience; automotive experience preferred (Body in White, Paint, Assembly).

Responsibilities

• Plans and designs manufacturing processes in an industrial plant.
• Improve production methods, determine manufacturing capacity, and set up production schedules.
• Provides support in the design, fabrication, modification, and evaluation in support of manufacturing operations such as machining, metal forming, plastics processing, welding and brazing, assembly, and material handling.
• Manage the implementation of continuous improvement processes for efficiency to create a Lean Manufacturing environment.
• Investigates problems, analyzes root causes and derives resolutions. Will use 8D Problem Solving Process to ensure sustainable quality products.
• Develops operational strategies to achieve production and financial objectives
• Assures product and process quality by designing complex testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes
• Participates in budget preparation and monitor expenses and profitability
• Writes spec books; requests and evaluation of supplier quotations
• Designs, documents, and implements medium to large-scale manufacturing processes. Determines feasibility of production changes
• Performs a variety of complicated tasks relying on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Evaluates current production activities & processes and drives improvements
• Periodically ensures that highly technical equipment meets required specifications and high quality standards
• Implements cost reduction initiatives while maintaining high quality standards
• Contributes to product and process quality design testing methods
• Develops planning standards, methods, and procedures
• Stays current with product specifications, engineering technology and production processes
• Provides guidance to less senior manufacturing engineers.
• May act as deputy for Production Manager
• Proposes and manages medium-scale projects from beginning to end.
• Participates in regularly scheduled team meetings
• Will perform other duties as assigned

Skills

System analysis

Present complex technical information

Motivate and develop team

Anticipate needs and deliver timely_s_

Manpower distribution

Process layout and optimization

Value stream mapping

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical Engineering

Job description

Aufgaben

Shape the future today.

The world is changing. The question is, what will be our contribution to the outcome? We have set the pace in the field of mobility from the very beginning, and we will continue to do so. At Mercedes-Benz Vans, interdisciplinary teams are developing the mobility of tomorrow. Our goal is to make mobility safer, simpler, and more sustainable for people across the globe. Put your pioneering spirit to good use: This is your opportunity to make a contribution that extends far beyond your job title.

At Mercedes-Benz Vans, we offer you the perfect environment for your professional and personal growth. Cutting-edge training and promising career opportunities will help you to foster and expand your professional skill set as well as your individual strengths. Think, try, and thrive with us in collaborative work environments that spark game-changing concepts.

Summary:

Monitors the factory’s performance, manage & allocate manpower and strengthen and develop the organization's production & planning structure. Develops, implants, and improves complex manufacturing production processes and methods.

Responsibilities:

• Plans and designs manufacturing processes in an industrial plant.


• Improve production methods, determine manufacturing capacity, and set up production schedules


• Provides support in the design, fabrication, modification, and evaluation in support of manufacturing operations such as machining, metal forming, plastics processing, welding and brazing, assembly, and material handling


• Manage the implementation of continuous improvement processes for efficiency to create a Lean Manufacturing environment.


• Investigates problems, analyzes root causes and derives resolutions. Will use 8D Problem Solving Process to ensure sustainable quality products.


• Develops operational strategies to achieve production and financial objectives


• Assures product and process quality by designing complex testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes


• Participates in budget preparation and monitor expenses and profitability


• Writes spec books; requests and evaluation of supplier quotations


• Designs, documents, and implements medium to large-scale manufacturing processes. Determines feasibility of production changes


• Performs a variety of complicated tasks relying on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals


• Evaluates current production activities & processes and drives improvements


• Periodically ensures that highly technical equipment meets required specifications and high quality standards


• Implements cost reduction initiatives while maintaining high quality standards


• Contributes to product and process quality design testing methods


• Develops planning standards, methods, and procedures


• Stays current with product specifications, engineering technology and production processes


• Provides guidance to less senior manufacturing engineers.


• May act as deputy for Production Manager


• Proposes and manages medium-scale projects from beginning to end.


• Participates in regularly scheduled team meetings


• Will perform other duties as assigned

Qualifikationen

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or other relevant degree required.


• Over 5 years of relevant experience required, strongly preferring automotive, such as Body in White, Paint, and Assembly.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Utilize system analysis of production methods/procedures and process automations for continued growth improvements.


• Ability to present complex technical information related to achieving goals of the department.


• Motivate, develop, direct and influence team members at all levels and cultural backgrounds of the organization.


• Able to anticipate needs and deliver timely, relevant solutions and actions.


• Background in manpower distribution based on production and efficiency targets.


• Experience in process layout and optimization incorporating asset utilization is a plus.


• Knowledge of value stream mapping to reduce waste and improve output in a production environment is desired.


• Proven written and verbal communication to all levels.