Production Engineer II

ZipRecruiter; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to drive process improvements and manage equipment integration. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree and have substantial manufacturing operations experience, with a strong focus on lean methodologies and project management skills. This role enhances the production capabilities and quality standards, requiring collaboration across various departments.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing operations (3-5 years).
• Ability to interpret detailed manufacturing prints.
• Experience with national testing laboratories like UL.

Responsibilities

• Improve existing process capabilities.
• Support manufacturing needs through continuous improvement.
• Liaison between Design Engineering and Sales.

Skills

Manufacturing operations

Project management

Lean tools

Problem-solving techniques

3D model manipulation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Position Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree, ideally in mechanical or industrial engineering or four to six years’ equivalent experience

Experience/Skills/Abilities: Three to five years’ experience in manufacturing operations

• Experience in bidding, designing, building, and integrating automated production equipment
  
• Experience in justifying, specifying and procurement of equipment for manufacturing improvements
• Proficient with drafting skills with emphasis on 3D model manipulation
• Demonstrated the ability to thoroughly interpret the intricacies of detailed manufacturing prints
• Experience with nationally recognized testing laboratories such as UL (Underwriters Laboratories).
• Experience in project management (dealing with customers, suppliers and internal departments)
• Ability to recognize manufacturing process flow and create product routings
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools including Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to learn and adapt to new processes.
• Experience with nationally recognized testing laboratories such as UL (Underwriters Laboratories). Background in sheet metal manufacturing, welding, paint systems and electrical and electronic component assembly is mandatory.
• Ability to use fundamental lean tools and well versed in problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to plan and organize work activities; uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans
• Experience with and understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Improve existing process capabilities to:
  • Create routings for new product
  • Specify new equipment and/or processes
• Evaluate for relativity, approve and track Change Requests as it pertains to manufacturing.
• Support and assist the dynamic needs of manufacturing through the use of continuous improvements/kaizen methodology.
• Responsible for routing, coordination, monitoring of issues and corrections of all samples and prototypes run in manufacturing. Liaison between Design Engineering and Sales concerning sample and prototype builds.
• Identify equipment and/or process improvements and justify changes by conducting return on investment (ROI) analysis. Once approved, specify and procure the necessary equipment and work closely with Manufacturing to implement.
• Develop production processes for new products.
• Assist with all aspects of product transfers between plants including but not limited to checklists, communication, tooling, and stock inventories.
• Update, and review Production Engineering standard work.
• Create audits and monitor as necessary to ensure conformance to processes and standards (SuperUser).

General

• Thinks independently, shows initiative, anticipates and prevents problems. Resourcefulness in accomplishing objectives and completing tasks.
• Demonstrate ability to lead and work well in a team environment. Ability to work effectively with multiple departments and employees at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and bring to conclusion. Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize resources and project timelines.
• Competency in drawing interpretation, spreadsheet analysis, database research and presentation skills.
• Work with Supply Chain to implement improvements to technical aspects of manufacturing.
• Adhere to and promote the Milbank Family Values.
• Cooperate and commit in a team environment to achieve goals and deliverables.
• Take lead role on difficult or complicated challenges using the problem-solving process.
• Actively embrace our core principles.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not supervise any other positions but will lead pertinent teams for improvements and/or for equipment installations. Including outside contractors.

Competencies

Continuous improvement and manufacturing at Milbank are team endeavors; communication and teamwork are essential to who we are and how we succeed.

• Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrate group presentation skills and ability to conduct meetings.
• Embrace and enjoy a diverse working environment, understanding the strengths each of our bring to the team.
• Involve the hourly production team members in problem solving and process improvement.
• Foster and encourage an atmosphere of responsibility, quality and pride in all who function on the team.
• Be a leader, coach, mentor and subject matter expert in lean manufacturing and 5S.
• Have a fundamental understanding of the dynamic needs of the operators and have the flexibility to serve the needs of internal customers.

Travel Required: Occasional. A valid driver’s license and ability to insure employee as a driver under the company auto policy is required.

Hours: Regular 40-hour workweek. Overtime as needed.

Working Conditions: Office and/or manufacturing plant floor setting. Required to sit, stand and frequently move about the facility. Required to use safety glasses and other PPE in specific areas. May occasionally be required to lift or move up to 50 lbs.