Manufacturing Engineer - Practical Technologies

Description

Patton's Practical Technologies is a small manufacturer specializing in communications products and electronics assembly. We are committed to delivering high-quality products through innovative manufacturing processes and lean principles. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Process Engineer to join our team and help us bring acquired products and new products into standardized documentation and optimize our production floor.

Responsibilities

Process Development and Documentation:

• Develop and document manufacturing processes for electro-mechanical assemblies to ensure high quality and cost-efficiency.
• Create and maintain product assembly procedures, including photographic assembly instructions.
• Create and maintain production process routings, work centers within our ERP systems to support capacity planning.
• Conduct time studies on various processes in support of cost and efficiency improvements and customer estimates.
  
  

Production Floor Optimization

• Participate in optimizing space utilization and eliminating waste on the production floor.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles to improve workflow and reduce inefficiencies.
  
  

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Coordinate the manufacturing launch for new or revised products.
• Provide active consultation to new product development teams regarding manufacturing capabilities and design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA).
  
  

Equipment And Tooling Design

• Design and implement production jigs and fixtures to aid in the assembly process.
• Identify, specify, validate, and document new equipment and processes.
  
  

Quality And Safety Compliance

• Ensure compliance with industry safety and design standards.
• Maintain reliable and safe manufacturing systems while improving production rates, efficiencies, yields, and costs.
• Inspect and validate mechanical parts received and produced in house.
  
  

Technical Training And Support

• Provide technical training to manufacturing associates on assembly techniques, methods, and processes.
• Investigate and diagnose product manufacturing issues and respond to internal and external customer requests for changes and improvements.
  
  

Engineering Support On The Manufacturing Floor

• Collaborate closely with production teams to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Provide hands-on engineering support on the manufacturing floor to address and resolve production issues promptly.
  
  

Component Engineering

• Identify and qualify alternate sources for components to mitigate supply chain risks.
• Maintain an up-to-date component database and ensure multiple sourcing options for critical parts.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and DFMA.
• Proficiency in CAD software and other engineering tools.