The Manufacturing Engineer will play a critical role in ensuring high-quality products are produced efficiently. This position reports to the Engineering Supervisor and will work to develop and optimize systems, processes, and machines that streamline the manufacturing process.

• Responsible for all communications and contacts with appropriate discipline concerning all processing issues (Product Design, Sales, Tool Shop, Production Plant, and Robotics)
• Responsible for molding and assembly of all prototypes
• Work closely with Tooling and Product Design on all problems on prototype production tools and document these.
• Compile a book of the history of each program.
• Implement and compile processing check sheets per IATF 16949 on all molding equipment.
• Capable of troubleshooting silicone and plastic molding to resolve problems.
• Prepare reports on material processing, tooling problems, assembly problems, etc.
• Work with Tool Shop, Robotics Teams to develop equipment, fixtures, gages needed for Prototype development of the Production system.
• Monitor SPC data collection and analysis.
• Manufacturing Engineering Degree preferred or equivalent experience RJG Master Molder certification preferred.
• Experience with CAD, plastics, injection molding preferred.
• Must have knowledge in the following industrial disciplines to troubleshoot and maintain computerized injection molding presses and the associated equipment:Electronics, Hydraulics, Mechanical, Equipment Set-up, Electrical, Pneumatics and Plumbing

Required Skills & Experience:

• PLC experience - Allen Bradley background a must
• Kaizen & Lean manufacturing technologies
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Must have knowledge of computers, machining, and assembly practices, tools & fixture

Requirements:

• Must be able to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work with vendors, customers, & employees at all levels of the organization
• Willingness to attend training classes as needed/available.
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to stand and walk for 8-12 hours.