Manufacturing Engineer II

Precision Personnel; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Personnel seeks a Manufacturing Engineer II for Dept. 452 to engineer improvements in production methods, layouts, tooling and processes.

You will perform analyses, write work instructions, support make/buy decisions, and participate in Lean/Six Sigma initiatives in a production environment. The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering and 1.5 years of related experience, with competency in CAD/CAM tools (CATIA, CADAM) and SAP/Corridor/Solumina.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or related field is required.
• Eighteen months of Manufacturing Engineering, planning, or related experience.
• Experience applying Lean Six Sigma principles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical studies of a complex nature and analyze operations; report recommendations for equipment and methods.
• Author detailed work instructions to optimize process efficiency and defect prevention.
• Author DRDI/DMT rework instructions to support corrective actions.
• Author MBOM in SAP/Solumina/Corridor to ensure proper parts installation during assembly.
• Assist in make-or-buy proposals and vendor evaluations; participate in vendor negotiations.
• Apply Lean/Six Sigma principles and lead projects across multiple organizations.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

18 months Manufacturing Engineering experience

Tools

CADAM

CATIA

Solumina

SAP

Corridor

Job description

Dept. 452 Manufacturing Engineer II

Position Purpose:

Under minimal supervision, independently prepare, conduct, and evaluate analyses for planning improvements and problem solving for manufacturing issues (production methods and procedures) in a specific function (including layout, production flow, tooling and production equipment, material fabrication, assembly methods and planning) in a Production or Post-Production environment.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• Eighteen months Manufacturing Engineering, planning, or related technical experience.

Essential Functions:

• Perform technical studies of a complex nature, conduct analysis of operations (existing or proposed). Prepare a report of recommendations for equipment needed and correct methods of manufacturing (including sequence of operations and detailed methodology of complex assemblies and installations as well as detail components).
• Author detailed work instructions that optimize manufacturing process efficiency and opportunity for zero defects with functional Operations Engineer.
• Author DRDI/DMT rework instructions to support effective corrective actions.
• Author MBOM in SAP/Solumina/Corridor (as applicable) to ensure all parts defined by Engineering are installed during the assembly/installation process.
• Assist in make-or-buy proposals and recommend corrective actions for areas of responsibility; evaluate vendors, attend vendor negotiations, and assist in resolving vendor problems.
• Conduct research, investigation, and analysis in connection with assigned planning or other assigned projects, to ensure conformance to requirements.
• Investigate and assist in preparing justification for equipment and facility requests.
• Perform productibility studies from engineering drawings to identify opportunities to enhance manufacturing ability to meet requirements. Participate in Design for Manufacturing assessments with Engineering.
• Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential; make necessary computer inputs and generate data or reports as needed.
• Perform audit of co-workers output based on defined requirements and procedures. Must demonstrate knowledge of ME policies and procedures.
• Incorporate Lean Manufacturing Methodology into existing and future processes.
• With minimal supervision, lead/coordinate the implementation of projects between multiple organizations.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to manufacturing methods as a team member or leader.
• Support all Safety, Sustainability and Ergonomic Initiatives. .
• Aid in development and maintenance of Business Continuity Plan. .

Additional Functions:

• Ensure Quality policies are being practiced; make recommendations and implement procedures to improve quality.
• Initiate and maintain accurate daily/weekly activity status based on work output, as required. .
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Proven knowledge of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles.
• Must be knowledgeable about Engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math.
• Ability to operate computerized equipment, such as personal computers, CADAM, CATIA, Solumina, SAP, Corridor.
• Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification or higher preferred.

Preferred:

• Experience with Solumina, Catia, and Final Line aircraft assembly is preferred.
• Additional experience with live A/C testing is also preferred.