Manufacturing Engineer: Lean, CNC & Process Optimization

Mueller Water Products

Kimball (TN)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 105,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with 5% company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Well-being program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Job summary

Mueller Water Products, Inc. is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer in Kimball, TN to design, implement, and optimize manufacturing methods and cost-reduction initiatives for our high-speed machining operations.

You will analyze processes, develop SOPs, and collaborate with equipment manufacturers to improve throughput and quality. The successful candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing, a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, CNC experience, and proficiency with CAD/CAM and machine simulation

Qualifications

5+ years’ experience in manufacturing environment involving high speed machining operations.
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or other technical discipline.
Experience with machine monitoring and OEE optimization is a plus.

Responsibilities

Evaluate manufacturing processes by applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling and materials, conferring with vendors and soliciting observations from plant operators.
Develop and Implement Standard Operating Procedures.
Study product requirements and develop manufacturing processes through researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment and conferring with equipment manufacturers.
Improve manufacturing efficiency through analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods, then testing finished product and process capabilities and establishing standards to confirm the manufacturing process and results.
Provide manufacturing decision making information through calculating production, labor and material costs, reviewing production schedules and estimating future requirements.
Collect, analyze, and summarize data, information, and trends to prepare product and process reports.
Maintain product and process data through identified computer programs.
Perform CNC programming as required to change, improve, or update machining processes and methods.
Support engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance by providing data and information and answering questions and providing solutions as requested.
Implement new systems and procedures as designed.
Utilize FMEA, DFMEA and DOEs to drive continuous improvement in the manufacturing and engineering processes.
Keep equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services, following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures, and requesting special services as needed.
Develop and mentor staff and technicians and provide strong developmental support.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participation in related professional organizations.
Direct efforts to meet and/or exceed compliance with all regulatory bodies, organizations, and government requirements in the performance of position duties.