Manufacturing Engineer - Bending

Gentex Corporation; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gentex Corporation in Zeeland, MI is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to drive technical problem solving and continuous improvement on the manufacturing line. You’ll work with a team to implement and revise processes for efficiency and to meet customer expectations.

Responsibilities include monitoring production flow, optimizing equipment, leading line improvement initiatives, mentoring PSEs, and developing control plans and FMEAs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a technical, scientific or related field.
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to understand/use SolidWorks, PLCs and other manufacturing software platforms is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production process to improve product flow, yield, and uptime.
• Optimize current equipment and improve process capabilities.
• Develop the team to utilize problem solving techniques and lead in issue identification, analysis and resolution.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts on the production line and manage product and process improvement initiatives.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce variation caused by equipment or product design.
• Prioritize projects on the production line using best business practices.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure quality and customer requirements are met; resolve line rejects/RMA.
• Own technical responses to 8D/RMA quality concerns and control methods.
• Mentor incoming PSEs to develop technical skills and problem solving.
• Assist in developing Control Plans, FMEA’s, Process Flow Charts and Assembly Drawings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

At Gentex, you’ll help create innovative technologies that improve how people live, travel, and stay connected. Join a company driven by quality products across an evolving range of industries.

Position Overview

The Mechanical Engineer II is the catalyst for technical problem solving and continuous improvement on the manufacturing line. This role works as part of a team dedicated to continuous improvement, implementing and revising processes to maximize efficiency and meet customer expectations.

What You’ll Do

• Monitor production process to improve; product flow, yield, and uptime.
• Optimize current equipment and improve process capabilities.
• Develop the team to utilize problem solving techniques and methods, and provide leadership in the identification, analysis, and resolution of issues.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts within the line support team and manage product and process improvement initiatives on the production line
• Identify and implement process improvements to eliminate variation in the production process caused by equipment and/or product design.
• Prioritize projects and issues that are associated with the production line using best business practices.
• Leverage technical resources to incorporate line improvements and remove barriers.
• Represent the production team by interfacing with other departments to ensure that quality and customer requirements are met. Work with production Group Leaders, Production Support Engineers (PSEs), and team members to resolve quality issues, line rejects/RMA (Return Materials Authorization).
• Owns technical responses to 8D/RMA quality concerns and control methods to maintain and improve process capability
• Mentor incoming PSEs, focusing on developing technical skills and problem-solving issues.
• Assist in the development of Control Plans, FMEA’s, Process Flow Charts and Assembly Drawings.
• Other duties as assigned.

How You’ll Do It

• Attention to Detail - Ensuring information is complete and accurate; following up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled.
• Champion Change - Understanding the need for change and helps planning for and accommodating it as creatively and positively as possible.
• Planning and Aligning - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Problem Solving - Defining a problem, determining the cause, identifying, prioritizing and selecting alternatives for a solution, and implementing a solution.
• Optimizing Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Mentoring and Coaching - Providing timely guidance and feedback (both positive and constructive) to help others recognize strengths and development opportunities. Inviting tough conversations.
• Maintaining a high level of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality with respect to company matters.
• Complying with all company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.

What To Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical, scientific or related field.
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to understand/use SolidWorks, PLC’s and other manufacturing software platforms beneficial.
• Ability to learn and network the organization.
• Proven analytical ability to understand and solve technical issues in a team‑oriented environment.
• Inclination and willingness to get involved directly on the production floor.
• Flexibility with work schedule to accommodate production and business needs, including occasional travel for vendor and customer visits.

What Will Help

• Commitment to create a team‑based culture.
• Self‑motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Gentex is an equal opportunity employer

Gentex extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law.

Assistance

Gentex is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at [e-mail]. Gentex will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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