Our large manufacturing client located in Dyersburg, Tennessee, is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer, to add to their team.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Provide support to production, and assure optimum utilization of production facilities and personnel. Depending on experience, responsibilities may include:

• Responsible for assigned manufacturing assembly processes. Provide support to operators. Refer to standard process, manufacturing documentation and systems to address inquires and provide guidance
• Audit assembly areas to ensure that standard work and quality checks are performed, and followed the process correctly
• Evaluate and recommend changes to existing manufacturing practices in terms of work simplification, process optimization, cost reduction, quality improvement, and method improvements
• Provide technical and analytical support as needed
• Report part quality issues, propose solutions, and support implementation of corrective action items
• Point of contact for assembly issues and inquiries
• Maintain and foster safety at all times. Report safety problems immediately as per established processes. Conduct risk assessments as needed
• Provide support to address assembly issues, and through the implementation of corrective action items. Report and escalate issues as needed
• Engage in creative problem solving to address operational issues including: ergonomic/ safety, efficiency improvements, process bottlenecks, quality concerns
• Champion PPM and scrap reduction
• Work with cross-functional teams, including engineers, management, operations leaders, and others on assigned activities
• Prepare and present daily status update, line problems and countermeasures to team leader
• Assist in the development of training programs. Train operators as needed

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor or Associate degree in Manufacturing Engineering or similar field is preferred,
• Must have 2 years of experience working in the manufacturing industry
• Knowledge of manufacturing operations(assembly), and ability to understand blue prints and manufacturing documentation is required
• Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and general computer software
• Experience with Fanuc robotic programming and PLC ladder logic desired
• Analytical, technical, and problem solving skills
• Detail oriented with troubleshooting skills
• Strong ability to handle multiple tasks and manage priorities is required
• Must be self-directed, self-starter, and be able to multi-task
• High energy and a demonstrated ability to implement and get results are essential
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required
• Must enjoy working in a team environment, and have strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Ability to read, understand and follow regulations and procedures is required
• Ability to listen to others is important for this job
• Professional attitude, willingness to learn is required

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer.