Manufacturing Engineer

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SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Manufacturing Engineer will support Business Unit team members in the areas of problem solving Lean and Continuous Improvement activities and process development.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this position successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required.

• Shall adhere to all safety health and environmental procedures policies and practices such as; utilizing personal protective equipment and proper attire in keeping with safety standards.
• Comply with all QMS / EMS / ISO procedures and work instructions as it pertains to the position description.

Responsabilities:

• Ensures that all Manufacturing Engineering (ME) related activities in the office and on the production floor are carried out in a safe manner. Responsible to address any unsafe practices by any employee that are witnessed in any area on the shop floor or in the office.
• Effectively supports and understands the JAC Products Development System (JPDS) and overall launch responsibility. Responsible to complete on time all deliverables assigned to the Manufacturing Engineer under JPDS program and support JPDS program Gate reviews. ME deliverables includes ownership for the Process Flow Diagram PFMEA Capital Asset Request (CAR) Approval Equipment Plan and Installation Equipment Qualification Tooling and Equipment Tryout Run at Rate Operator Work Instructions ME is to support the following 8 pack and Facilities and Equipment Plans.
• Verify BOM for parts manufactured on assigned manufacturing cells are accurate and contain proper quantities and weights for each part.
• Supports the development of packaging and ensures BOMs & packaging instructions are accurate and correct.
• Prepares project cost estimates budgets Returns On Investments (ROIs) and CARs as required
• Works with Launch Managers Facility Tooling and Equipment Suppliers to develop and build assembly fixtures assembly aids or other equipment needed in developing manufacturing cell to manufacturing parts.
• Leads the creation and maintenance of specific process Work Instructions partnering with the appropriate Business Unit counterpart(s) to ensure accuracy of process.
• Participate in quality standdown for customer concerns.
• Responsible for information boards and the following metrics are being tracked daily and monthly on each cell.
• Responsible for training Business Unit team members and operators on safety devices manufacturing build process standard work process flow diagrams (PFD) PFMEA work instructions problem solving techniques cell layout information board and charting cell metrics.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

• Advanced English (90%)
  Advanced technical Knowledge of relevant manufacturing processes such as: injection molding extrusion fabrication metal rollforming and heat treat.
• Advanced knowledge of Manufacturing Process design and work cell layout.
• Advanced knowledge and practical application of Problem Solving / Process Improvement analysis tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of Datum Structure and Design For Manufacturing.
• Strong working knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts and standard work.
• Basic computer skills including P.C. knowledge and current technology software familiarity.
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or the equivalent / relevant technical experience is required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• 3 or more years’ experience in the relevant manufacturing process.
• For the heat treat process minimum of 5 years’ experience in heat treat operations or combination of formal metallurgical education and experience is required.
• Practical successful experience in the development of Standard Work.
• Successful Product Launch / Production Startup experience including all documentation testing data collection and reporting.
• Experience leading the PPAP process to successful conclusion.
• Experience leading cost savings and performance improvement initiatives within the manufacturing environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to regularly stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to travel (air and ground)
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds frequently lift and/or move up to twentyfive (25) pounds and occasionally lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to vibration repetitive motion bending lifting twisting crouching reaching pushing and/or pulling.