What are the responsibilities and job description for the MANUFACTURING ENGINEER I position at Ravelin Defense Inc.?
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for development of manufacturing processes, maximizing efficiency by analyzing layout of equipment, workflow, manufacturing & assembly methods and work force utilization. Determines tooling, fixtures and equipment needed in order to achieve manufacturing goals, designs fixtures & tooling required, works with R&D to ensure product manufacturability. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within an ISO9001/AS9100D facility. Relies on team input, experience, and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- Ensure successful transitioning of new products from product development to production.
- Confer with R&D Engineering, Production/ Manufacturing, Quality and Materials staff to discuss project specifications and procedures.
- Assesses manufacturability of product with R&D Engineering.
- Participates in design reviews and approval phases.
- Evaluate tooling or equipment requirements to support production/manufacturing.
- Support design changes of product once it enters production.
- Assists in the development of inspection criteria with Quality Control.
- Support of Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities associated with development and production/ manufacturing problems.
- Creating, maintaining and improving processes, work flow, and process documentation.
- Develops and/or improves assembly fixtures in support of development and production of products.
- Creates and submits Engineering Change Request to Engineering for review and approval.
- Review & approves Engineering Change Orders.
- Work with Materials Group to develop and implement technical requirements for suppliers. Coordinate and/or participate on supplier assessment, work with suppliers to resolve issues.
- Maintain product Bill of Materials in ERP system.
- Work with cross functional teams to create and maintain Methods of Manufacturing within ERP system.
- Work with QA on Production & Manufacturing issues and inspection criteria. Coordinate/support non-conforming product disposition working with the Production/Quality department to define the proper disposition of the non-conformity.
- Provide technical engineering expertise to Production & Manufacturing.
Qualifications:
- Preferred B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5-7 years working in a Manufacturing environment
- Must be a US Citizen
- Strong problem solving and organizational skills
- Self-motivated
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and training skills
- Ability to work with little or no supervision
- Demonstrated proficiency in Solid Works
- Must be open-minded and flexible, exhibits sensitivity, honesty and integrity
- General knowledge of weld, machining & overall manufacturing process & equipment
- Experience with interfacing with suppliers to support process development and cost reduction for new products
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience in working with military specifications and requirements