Manufacturing Engineer, Systems

PPG; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in paint, coating, and adhesive manufacturing seeks a Manufacturing Engineer, Systems to manage and optimize MES and FIS at their facility in Huntsville, AL. This role involves collaboration on safety, system design, implementation of technologies, and project management to enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree and extensive experience in manufacturing systems.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401K

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing systems engineering.
• Strong knowledge of MES, FIS, robotics, and control systems.
• Proficiency in programming relevant to MES and automation.

Responsibilities

• Manage design and implementation of MES and FIS solutions.
• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes using Lean and Six Sigma.
• Provide ongoing support for MES, FIS, and automation systems.

Skills

Manufacturing processes

Automation technologies

Control engineering

Data management

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Programming (SQL, Python, PLC)

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

GE Proficy

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As the Manufacturing Systems Engineer will manage the design, implementation, and optimization of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Factory Information Systems (FIS), and robotics within the manufacturing environment. We ask that you have a understanding of manufacturing processes, information systems, automation technologies, and control engineering to enhance operational efficiency, data management, and production capabilities. Reporting directly to the Operational Excellence Leader you will work onsite at our Aerospace Products facility in Huntsville, AL.

Key Responsibilities

• Be engaged in Safety; participate in site Safety programs and ensure operational discipline and compliance with both company and regulatory safety standards.
• Design and implement MES (GE Proficy) and FIS solutions to support real-time monitoring, control, and optimization of manufacturing processes. Collaborate with teams to integrate robotics and control systems into production areas, ensuring seamless operation and data flow.
• Analyze existing manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement through MES, FIS, robotics, and control systems. Use Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to improve plans.
• Design, program, and implement control systems for automated equipment and processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Develop control algorithms to improve production efficiency and product quality.
• Develop data collection systems to capture measurements and production metrics. Create dashboards and reports to provide insights into production performance, and quality.
• Provide ongoing support and maintenance for MES, FIS, robotics, and control systems to ensure performance and reliability. Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, coordinating with IT and engineering teams.
• Work with production, quality assurance, and IT teams to ensure understanding of systems with operational goals. Train and support manufacturing staff on the use of MES, FIS, robotics, and control technologies.
• Lead projects aimed at implementing new technologies and systems to enhance manufacturing capabilities. Monitor project progress, ensuring completion within budget constraints.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience manufacturing systems engineering, with a focus on MES, FIS, robotics, and control systems.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation technologies, and data management systems.
• Proficiency in programming languages and software relevant to MES (GE Proficy), robotics, and control systems (e.g., SQL, Python, and PLC programming).
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
  
  

#Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

About Us

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company.. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

The PPG Way

Every Single Day At PPG

We partner with customers to create mutual value.

We are “One PPG” to the world.

We trust our people every day, in every way.

We make it happen.

We run it like we own it.

We do better today than yesterday – everyday.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email [e-mail].

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.

Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing

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