Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Newage Industries; Upper Southampton Township (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Newage Industries in the United States is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design and optimize production areas, develop work instructions, and lead cross-functional teams on improvement projects. You will focus on manufacturability, process validation and continuous improvement, with responsibilities across equipment, time studies, RCA, and new product support in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a BS in engineering, 5+ years in manufacturing, and experience with automation, Six

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
• Experience designing and implementing automation.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Lean certification preferred.
• SolidWorks and AutoCAD certification/experience.
• 5+ years as manufacturing engineer or similar.
• Experience with injection molding and extrusion of thermoplastics.

Responsibilities

• Design work cells and layouts for max efficiency.
• Support cross-functional teams on new processes and products.
• Improve OEE and perform RCA on defects.
• Lead equipment qualifications and procurement.
• Develop work instructions and train teams.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Six Sigma & Lean).
• Evaluate manufacturability of product designs.
• Conduct time studies and develop cost models.

Skills

Automation design

Process improvement

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing and optimizing production areas, developing work instructions and manufacturing processes, and identifying and procuring manufacturing equipment. This role will lead and support various manufacturing based continuous improvement projects and will work on cross functional teams to support new product development efforts and resolve defective product investigations

Key Job Responsibilities

• Design works cells, equipment layouts, and material and people flow for maximum efficiency


• Provide manufacturing support to Production-Manufacturing, New Product Development, and R&D teams in the design and development of new processes and products. With a focus on manufacturability, process validation, and promote the \"Zero\" defect philosophy


• Support daily manufacturing operations as subject matter expert to improve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)


• Participate in design control efforts related to risk analysis (FMEA) and design reviews


• Identify and procure new manufacturing equipment


• Develop and lead equipment qualifications


• Conduct time studies and develop cost models


• Develop work instructions and train appropriate team members


• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives (Six Sigma & Lean manufacturing, Product Structure and Routing Improvements)


• Evaluate product designs for manufacturability


• Lead and support defective product investigations, using RCA (Root Cause Analysis) and implement corrective and preventative actions

Requirements

Education, Skills and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Industrial Engineering


• Experience with designing and implementing automation


• Six Sigma Green Belt or Lean Certification preferred


• Certification or demonstrated experience with SolidWorks and AutoCad


• 5+ years of professional experience as a manufacturing engineer or in a similar role


• Experience with injection molding and extrusion of thermoplastic / thermoset materials highly desirable


• Experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical industries desirable but not required


• Ability to work in fast paced, flexible environment


• Self-motivated, does not need constant supervision


• Effective communication, listening, and diagnostic skills are required


• Strong interpersonal and organizational skill