What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at Jabil?
Jabil Brandywine campus is located in West Chester, PA. We are proud to manufacture Medical Devices for orthopedic specialties including joint reconstruction, trauma, spinal surgery, sports medicine and specialty implants for leading medical technology companies. Our employees are honored to work together with industry leading companies to make a difference in the lives of patients around the world.
Summary
Supports the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes to ensure products are produced safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory requirements. This is an entry‑level engineering role focused on hands‑on problem solving, process improvements, and supporting production teams.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Summary
Supports the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes to ensure products are produced safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory requirements. This is an entry‑level engineering role focused on hands‑on problem solving, process improvements, and supporting production teams.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Continually strive to balance and optimize line throughput, including efforts to minimize changeover downtime (i.e. common set-ups).
- Monitor machine management data in order to maximize utilization and minimize machine-generated scrap.
- Provide input on creative ways to reduce costs by streamlining processes and systems.
- Coordinate machine move activities, including equipment arrival, positioning and installation, and scheduling of support groups (Machine Support, Facilities, MIS, etc.) using the approved communication process.
- Encourage open communication and exchange of information within the M.E. department and between the various support groups.
- Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.
- Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; and one to two years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Basic understanding of manufacturing engineering concepts
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability; ability to support basic process troubleshooting.
- Ability to support day‑to‑day production, assist with validations, and update documentation.
- Basic knowledge of Lean concepts (5S, Kaizen) or willingness to learn.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work cross‑functionally with production, quality, and engineering.