Manufacturing Engineer III

Comfort Systems USA; South Fulton (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Comfort Systems USA in South Fulton, GA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III to join the manufacturing engineering team to design, build, and implement process improvements supporting production operations. The role emphasizes driving continuous improvement, Lean methods, and manufacturability enhancements for engineer-to-order projects.

The position requires strong analytical skills, experience in cost modeling and time studies, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in pursuit of

Qualifications

• BS / MS in engineering or related field.
• Experience in an engineer-to-order or make-to-order environment.
• Strong analytical and change-management skills.
• Experience driving Lean initiatives and cost reductions.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate production activities through data analysis to identify opportunities for improvements in productivity, material flow, safety, quality, and cost.
• Lead the implementation of Lean elements: Standardized Work Instructions, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen/5S.
• Lead labor estimating and develop cost models; conduct time studies and audits to validate estimates.
• Manage multiple CAPEX projects from ROQ through acquisition and implementation.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams with Engineering, Production and Estimating to drive efficiencies and eliminate non-value-added activities.
• Collaborate with design engineering on manufacturability and concurrent engineering.
• Provide shop floor feedback on product design and manufacturability issues to Engineering and DFMAs.
• Document and track cost savings and process improvements against targets.
• Evaluate quality data and implement improvement activities to meet requirements.
• Plan facility and work cell layouts to optimize material and product flow.
• Develop and implement production tools and assets to maximize labor efficiency and reduce total cost.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by TAS JOB

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Value Stream Mapping

Kaizen 5S

Labor estimation

CAPEX project management

Cross-functional teamwork

DFM

Process improvement

Data analysis

Safety standards

Microsoft Office

Education

BS / MS in Engineering

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

MS Project

Job description

Location: South Fulton

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Manufacturing Engineer III will be part of the manufacturing engineering department to support production operations by designing, building, manufacturing, and implementing improvement to the process to support production operations. The position requires a results-oriented individual with a history of driving change in their work environment, strong analytical skills, and previous experience in an engineer to order / make to order project environment. Primary objective s are to drive all the initiatives that our customers demand, including driving continuous improvement, documenting processes and procedures critical to sustainable manufacturing performance. KEY JOB

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate production activities through data analysis to identify opportunities for improvements in productivity, material flow, safety, quality, and cost. Prioritize actions to be taken, establish schedules for completion, and implement the necessary measures to realize savings.
• Lead the implementation of key elements of Lean, such as: Standardized Work Instructions, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen/5S
• Lead the labor estimating function by providing estimates of direct labor as required. Develop and maintain cost models for various activities for use in estimating. Conduct time studies and audits as appropriate to validate and adjust labor estimates to reflect actual costs.
• Manage multiple CAPEX projects, including ROQ, Scope of Work creation, Gantt creation, purchase and acquisition, implementation, preparation for equipment and any activity required for the successful completion of the project.
• Facilitate and/or lead cross-functional teams with Engineering, Production and Estimating in support of driving efficiencies and eliminating non-value-added activities.
• Collaborate with design engineering in concurrent engineering efforts to ensure manufacturability. Proactively identifying opportunities for improved manufacturability and coordinating implementation with design engineering and operations personnel.
• Provide shop floor feedback on product design and manufacturability issues to Engineering and DFMAs
• Document and track all cost savings and process improvements against targets.
• Evaluate Quality data and implement improvement activities to ensure all quality requirements are met.
• Plan and execute facility and work cell layout modifications based on planned products and workload to optimize material and product flow.
• Develop, design, justify and implement appropriate production tools, equipment, and other assets to maximize labor efficiency and reduce total cost.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by TAS JOB

SKILLS

• Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
• Developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
• Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization.
• Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
• Making customers and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; developing and sustaining productive customer relationships.
• Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
• Appreciating and leveraging the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. Working effectively with individuals of diverse style, ability, and motivation for a direct effect on business results.
• Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive; generating innovative solutions in work situations.
• Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety, upholding safety standards.
• Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
• Must be versed in the use of basic Microsoft office tools Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Project. EDUCATION & TRAINING:
• BS / MS in…