Manufacturing Engineer: Lean Process & Tooling Enhancement

Crane Company; Saddle Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Company on the shop floor in Saddle Brook, NJ seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to support production through troubleshooting and root cause analysis, ensuring processes meet safety, quality and throughput requirements. Hands-on role on the shop floor with tooling and process design responsibilities.

The position leads/participates in cost-reduction projects from ideation to implementation, supports ISO/IATF quality programs, and guides operators to maximize productivity and reduce waste.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or related degree.
• Problem solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Proficient with 2D and 3D CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Support safe, efficient, productive and economical manufacturing operations.
• Develop routings, tool lists, fixtures, process instructions and process requirements.
• Develop work instructions and standard work to document processes and flow.
• Drive waste reduction through lean and CBS methodologies.
• Address production Andon stoppages and develop counter measures using 5 Why methodology.
• Train operators on proper manufacturing methods to maximize productivity.
• Coordinate purchase of materials and tooling.
• Implement changes to tools and fixtures.
• Support new process and product development implementation.
• Lead continuous improvement and quality initiatives per IATF 16949.
• Participate in toll gates for DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, and capability studies.

Skills

Problem solving

Root cause analysis

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

2D CAD

3D CAD

Job description

Crane Company on the shop floor in Saddle Brook, NJ seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to support production through troubleshooting and root cause analysis, ensuring processes meet safety, quality and throughput requirements. Hands-on role on the shop floor with tooling and process design responsibilities.

The position leads/participates in cost-reduction projects from ideation to implementation, supports ISO/IATF quality programs, and guides operators to maximize productivity and reduce waste.