What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at Nichols Portland Inc?
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Follows all ISO 9001/ ISO 13485 Work Instructions and procedures in the performance of these duties.
- Refines process flow and controls to manufacture within product specifications.
- Ensure ERP system remains accurate and up to date with latest process/part information (Process Routing, Rates, BOM, Part Attributes, Cost Formulation, etc.)
- Performs equipment specification, review, installation, and setup.
- Provides manufacturing project estimates on cost and timing.
- Perform product improvement through process or design improvements with customers.
- Apply lean manufacturing principles to optimize process flow.
- Basic design/commission and debug process equipment.
- Creates processing/equipment instruction documents.
- Participates in new product design review with sustainable manufacturing processes in mind.
- Plans, directs, and coordinates plant manufacturing projects.
- Champions manufacturing project update meetings with required plant personnel and customers.
- Coordinates with outside vendors and contractors as required.
- Prepare proposals for equipment considerations for management decision.
- Applies knowledge of quality requirements to equipment specifications, poka-yokes, etc.
- Has the ability to create required CAD/drawings to build necessary fixtures and work holding.
- Continually analyze process flows for improvements of quality, cost reductions, and throughput.
- Works with manufacturing to implement effective training on necessary improvements and equipment installation.
- Provides daily support for production operations.
- Participates in layered audits as required.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Proficiency in MS Office applications
- Proficiency in Plex
- Proficiency in Minitab
- Proficiency in 2D & 3D CAD Modeling (SolidWorks preferred)
- Proper Dimensioning, Print Reading with GD&T application.
- Practical problem- solving techniques (Six Sigma, 8D, 4M, 5Why, Know/Don’t Know, Kata, DOE)
- Hands-on Process Knowledge (Process Specific):
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Plastics Engineering or related field from four-year college or university; or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum five years of manufacturing experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before customers or managers and employees of organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND OTHER SKILLS
CAD knowledge (SolidWorks preferred)
CNC/PLC programming knowledge
Knowledge of injection molding and sintering processes.
Knowledge of APQP and IQ/OQ/PQ process.
Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques
The ability to organize and manage multiple projects/priorities.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Technical skills in manufacturing processing and methods including flow, layout, assembly, and production equipment.
Problem analysis and problem resolution.
Improves, develops, and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods, and controls. Works closely with operations team on cost reduction and quality improvement activities to existing products while supporting New Product Development activities.