Job Details
Job Location
Laser Light - Hermann - Hermann, MO
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Job Shift
Day
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: ManufacturingEngineer I Exemption Status/FLSA Code: E
Reports To: Engineering Manager/Director Department: Engineering
Supervisory Responsibilities (Y/N): N Date Revised: 04 August 2021
JOB PURPOSE:
Plans, designs, and improves manufacturing processes. Supports projects and initiatives related to new product introduction, product changes, and continuous improvement in the manufacturing area. Also provides key support function for ongoing manufacturing on a daily basis.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Maximizes productivity, whether equipment, work force utilization, workstation optimization, administrative systems, and internal supply chains.
• Key contributor to customer-driven initiatives to reduce cost or to provide input on design for manufacturing principles for product design changes.
• Executes internal initiatives for continuous improvement, such as implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Serves as core team member on product development projects, such as introduction of new product line, changes to existing product line, process improvements, or changes to line design.
• Provides on-demand support on manufacturing floor for issues that may require timely resolution
• Able to implement process changes for areas identified as needing improvement
• Participates in Kaizen events and offers innovation solutions to solve problems identified
• Organizes validation activities by scoping master validation plan and execution validation protocols and reports
• Handles exception events (such as non-conformances, temporary deviations, etc) through the identification of root cause and corrective action
• Provides basic support on request for quotes by providing insight related to current manufacturing capabilities and cycle times
• Understands and follows procedures related to support systems (change control, validation, corrections, costing, etc.)
• Continuously improves tools and systems used in own area of work
• Coordinates with other operational departments to ensure projects are completed on task
• Upholds Spectrum Plastics Group vision and core values
• Follows all safety guidelines and adheres to safety absolutes

Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS (Education/Experience/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
Required:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience in a related field
• Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within field
• Ability to problem solve, identify errors and deficiencies and perform research with general guidance
• Ability to apply knowledge to their job function using pre-established guidelines and instructions
• Aptitude to implement new products or product changes in manufacturing
• Capable of designing manufacturing lines and ensuring material flow through manufacturing processes
• Works well under pressure of fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to handle situations that may arise on-demand requiring timely resolution
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and thoroughness
• Proficient computer skills
• Proficient communications skills
• Ability to comprehend and comply with company safety and quality standards
• Competent in the basic problem-solving methods
• A track record of problem solving, identifying errors and deficiencies and implementing improvements
• Communicates clearly, and concisely at all levels of the organization
• Competent at prioritizing time and competing tasks and projects
• Ability to apply knowledge to their job function using pre-established guidelines and instructions

Preferred:

• Previous experience in manufacturing environment in technical support role

• Competency with Lean Manufacturing principles

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works under general supervision. Requires light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, responsibilities and or qualifications. Other duties, responsibilities and/or qualifications may be assigned to this position.