Planning, designing, validating, and improving assembly systems, process’ and equipment procedures for modular automotive assembly products.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Developing, evaluating, improving, and documenting current and future manufacturing processes.
• Improve efficiency of processes through lean manufacturing tools.
• Analyze data and identify root causes of defects. Provide corrective actions in order to improve particular process or product yield.
• Developing and implementing process control techniques and procedures into manufacturing environments.
• Analyzing manufacturing process flows continually for the enhancement of quality, cost reduction and throughput.
• Assist in developing P.F.M.E.A. / F.M.E.A. / P.C.P / and P.F. D’s
• Conferring with vendors in determining product specifications and arranging equipment, parts, material purchase, and evaluating products accordingly to quality standards and specifications.
• Estimating staffing requirements, production times, and relative costs to provide data for operational decisions.
• Working closely with manufacturing department to develop, coordinate, and implement technical training for employees.
• Designing and developing manufacturing processes for enhancements, product changes, and new products, and related fixtures and tooling that are consistent with zero defect level and low product cost.
• Providing engineering support in production department to trouble shoot and resolve technical problems.
• This position works with minimal supervision, this position also concerns itself with confidential company documents.
• Attends meetings as needed to support organization activity.
• Interfaces with customers as required.
• Performs other duties, as assigned, to achieve corporate and departmental objectives.
• Supporting company policies and procedures, goals and objectives, and good manufacturing practices.
• Assist the Health & Safety team in the design and implementation of ergonomic projects
• Abide by all Company polices including, but not limited to the following: Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental Systems

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology and/or 3 - 5 years of various manufacturing processes (stamping, fabrication, welding, assembly, etc.) and tooling experience (in automotive environment is preferred)
• Strong understanding of robotics, control systems and machine operation and troubleshooting
• Strong knowledge of Resistance Welding (Medar/Bosch), Projection and Mig Welding (GMAW & FCAW)
• Working knowledge / understanding of Drawn Arc stud welding (Emhart)
• Working knowledge / understanding of SPR (Self Piercing Rivet) process would be an asset
• Excellent communication skills (English written and oral).
• Excellent time management and work organizational (prioritization) skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve new and unique problems.
• Highly proficient with the full Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Access PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio).
• Advanced knowledge of SPC
• Knowledge of process evaluation, time study, statistical methods analysis,
• Knowledge in CAD: 3D Models, SPC, drawings and GD&T an asset
• Periodic travel required throughout North America
• Experience in the automotives industry.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work is normally performed in an office, laboratory, manufacturing floor, or machine shop setting where physical work includes, but is not limited to, sitting, standing, reaching, kneeling, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to understand and comply with all relevant safety practices.

FLSA STATUS/WORKING SCHEDULE:

• Location: Alabama
• Schedule: Day Shift
• Core Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm / Monday – Friday
• Weekly Overtime: If Needed
• Weekend Work: If Needed
• Travel: None
• Assignment Start: ASAP

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is a high-level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position, nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.

SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e., NGE EQUIPMENT and ProjectOne US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e., NGE EQUIPMENT and ProjectOne US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.