What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer I position at ELLWOOD?
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, national origin, race, color, disability, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
In addition, due to military contract requirements, all candidates must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
In addition, due to military contract requirements, all candidates must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Grow into a Manufacturing Process Subject Matter Expert through extensive monitoring of production processes in the Saw, Forging, Heat Treat, Test Lab, Machining, Die Control, Processing, and Inspection Departments.
- Develop strong relationships with both Operators and Process Owners to facilitate effective communication and collaboration for improvements.
- Employ a hands-on approach with a constant learning mindset within the production environment to develop an intimate process understanding, to enhance safety, efficiency, reduce cost, and improve product quality.
- Provide support to process owners in identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions for product and process deviations.
- Collaborate with the training coordinator to develop effective SOPs for multiple departmental tasks and equipment.
- Collaborate with the Design Engineering team to provide operational knowledge and support in the process development for new product introduction (NPI).
- Collaborate with plant services (maintenance) for improvements to production equipment, including design and fabrication instructions for tangible improvement solutions.
- Collaborate with Controls Engineering to aid in efforts to remove human error from operational processes through automation and controls improvements.
- Provide support to the Front-End Operations Manager in evaluating and developing new processes and equipment for an evolving manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency with all Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
- Proficiency in Solid Works for the design of components and full assemblies.
- Knowledge of Syteline (or other ERP systems) is a plus.
- Able to interpret customer specifications and purchase order agreements/requirements.
- Prepare manufacturing plans and any related documents.
- Initiate and lead general process improvements and initiatives.
- Understanding and knowledge of basic forging principles.
- Excellent organization and prioritizing skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects/activities in a fast-paced environment with interruptions.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
- Safety and security orientation by actively promoting and personally observing safety and security procedures and using equipment and materials properly.
- Utilize problem-solving (5 Whys, etc.) and Lean manufacturing tools for process improvements.
- Knowledge of CNC programming is a plus.
- General understanding of Automation.
- Other duties as assigned.