DEMA Engineering Co. has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join our Gerald Industries Division located in Gerald, MO. This position will be responsible for designing, implementing, and reviewing the procedures involved in manufacturing engineering processes, including researching automation techniques to maximize the efficiency of production lines and planning factory layouts that optimize how products are made across multiple manufacturing sites. By joining the DEMA Manufacturing Engineering Team, you will experience world-class systems in support of our state-of-the-art manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking, and expand your capabilities.

At DEMA, we understand our culture and our people and the advancement of both make all the difference. We are committed to investing in talented, hardworking, team-oriented individuals who are passionate for growth. If you are an inventive and meticulous professional ready to join a team of experts, leveraging skills in the pioneering of ideas, we would like to talk to you.

This position will report to the Director of Manufacturing Engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Study material and workflow analysis, production, and machine requirements.
• Define, develop, and evaluate manufacturing processes based on criteria such as safety, quality, and capacity, with an understanding of process capability requirements and Lean disciplines.
• Develop, qualify, and maintain automated and manual production systems which may include robot programming, vibratory feeders, conveyors, and other motion controls.
• Optimize facility layouts, productions lines, machine operations, and network performance.
• Design and install equipment and machinery including work holding and tooling.
• Responsible for Design for Manufacture and Assembly product inputs, process development to support new product launches.
• Find ways to reduce costs, improve productivity, while maximizing quality.
• Develop process flows, time standards, standard work, and work instructions.
• Ensure that manufacturing procedures follow safety and environmental regulations.

Overall Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university, or three to five years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Engineering degree preferred.
• Lean manufacturing experience required; Lean or Six Sigma certification a plus.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, with an emphasis in manual and automated assembly practices.
• Familiarity with manufacturing equipment and quality assurance techniques.
• Well-versed in relevant software (e.g., AutoCAD or SolidWorks, Microsoft 365).
• Proven project management, problem solving, process analysis, and improving business practice skills.
• Teamwork and effective communication skills.
• Detail oriented and highly organized with the ability to prioritize duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to occasionally work late shifts.

Benefits:

Dema Engineering Co. is grounded in a culture that fosters creativity, inclusiveness, and empowerment. To that end, we are proud to offer a benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Paid time off
• Insurance (including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD and more)
• 401k with profit share and company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness programs

About Us:

DEMA is a world leader in the development of proportioning chemical dispensers and fluid control products. Established in 1956 with headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri, DEMA has grown to include manufacturing and warehouse facilities in Missouri, Zeewolde Netherlands, and Sydney Australia. Embracing our heritage, DEMA remains owned by the Deutsch family, with active 3rd and 4th generation family members leading the company. DEMA's chemical dispensing products are used to safely and accurately blend chemicals and water for a variety of applications, including housekeeping, food service, food processing, dish wash, laundry, and car wash. DEMA's range of solenoid valves are used in many industries, including car wash, beverage and chemical dispensing, agriculture, misting, reverse osmosis, and high-pressure cleaning machines.

DEMA Engineering Co., is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer