4334 S. 67th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68117 United States of America - Who is Oatey? Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries. Our purpose is to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives. The Oatey family of companies are Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, GF Thompson, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, and Lansas. Our brands are synonymous with quality, integrity, and trust in the plumbing industry. - Who is Oatey? Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries. Our purpose is to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives. The Oatey family of companies are Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, GF Thompson, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, and Lansas. Our brands are synonymous with quality, integrity, and trust in the plumbing industry. Position Summary This position is responsible to improve and develop machines, tools, equipment, and processes, for effective and efficient production while ensuring that safety, quality, and productivity goals can be achieved daily. This position supports the leadership team and works with the manufacturing plant industrial maintenance technicians. Position Responsibilities Develop safe procedures and lock out/tag out instructions for new and existing equipment and processes Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports to improve processes or equipment Investigate equipment failures and performance issues to diagnose root causes of safety, quality, or productivity issues and make recommendations to maintenance for resolution Understand potential chemical reactions and chemical compatibilities for new and existing processes Develop and execute tooling design, build, and maintenance plans Working knowledge of basic automated manufacturing machine elements including pneumatics, hydraulics, PLC’s, switches, etc. Estimate costs, obtain quotes, and present recommendations for process and facilities equipment and construction projects. Prepare related project documents, including RFQ (requests for quotes), quote comparisons, PRA (purchase request authorization), purchase contracts, Gantt charts, and others as required. Prioritize project requests with manufacturing leadership and other internal customers. Coordinate execution of projects with Maintenance and Production teams. Write standard work for processes and set target production rates Apply lean and continuous improvement management principles throughout the department’s daily activities Flexible work schedule to include coordination of 24-hour on-call service to manufacturing maintenance and off-shift problem resolution Establish and maintain a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity, and teamwork Other duties as assigned Knowledge and Experience 1 year(s) of manufacturing engineering experience Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications Strong leadership and communication skills, both verbal and written Excellent interpersonal skills including listening, coaching, and conflict resolution. Working knowledge of all applicable OSHA standards including lockout/tag out, confined spaces, blood borne pathogens, machine guarding, hazardous communication, personal protective equipment, etc. Familiarity with and prior utilization of continuous improvement manufacturing concepts, including lean and Six Sigma methodology. Familiarity with FMEA Working knowledge of PLC programming preferred Experience with packaging equipment in a chemical processing environment preferred Experience in preparing project scope assessments, capital plan authorization, vendor assessments/selection, etc. preferred Experience with 2D drafting software (example: AutoCAD) or 3D software Education and Certification Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline or relevant work experience. Oatey Total Rewards Unlimited time off for salaried Associates Annual Cash Profit Sharing (discretionary) Health Insurance for our associates’ averages $100 or less a month (single coverage) Generous benefits including up to $2,700 company contribution to Health Savings Account 401(k) with a 5% company match Tuition reimbursement in an environment that encourages advancement Associate well-being benefits including CALM App and robust EAP offering Recognized for our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion Why Oatey? At Oatey, our purpose has always been to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives. We value Collaboration, Integrity, Respect, Courage, Leadership, and Excellence above all else. We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion - acknowledging, valuing, and leveraging the unique experiences and perspectives of our associates. Our vision is to continue to grow as a market leader, to enrich the lives of our Associates, and, to foster an inclusive environment in every regard. Our purpose, mission, and vision are not possible without the right people, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, engaging, and rewarding environment for our Associates. Oatey has a total rewards philosophy which encompasses compensation, benefits, work-life effectiveness, recognition, performance management, tuition reimbursement, mental health wellness, and talent development. - Why Oatey? At Oatey, our purpose has always been to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives. We value Collaboration, Integrity, Respect, Courage, Leadership, and Excellence above all else. We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion - acknowledging, valuing, and leveraging the unique experiences and perspectives of our associates. Our vision is to continue to grow as a market leader, to enrich the lives of our Associates, and to foster an inclusive environment in every regard. Our purpose, mission, and vision are not possible without the right people, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, engaging, and rewarding environment for our Associates. Oatey has a total rewards philosophy which encompasses compensation, benefits, work-life effectiveness, recognition, performance management, tuition reimbursement, mental health wellness, and talent development. WORKING AT OATEY We value our associates and provide opportunities for growth. Oatey is a collaborative, diverse workplace attracting the brightest minds and creative thinkers in our industry. We constantly challenge associates to come up with new ideas and reward them for their efforts. As a result, many of our associates choose to stay and build long term careers at Oatey. http://oatey.com/careers