Manufacturing Engineer, / Engineer Job Description
Manufacturing engineer, / engineer
provides technical manufacturing engineering support to all departments of production, particularly assembly, fabrication, electrical assembly, purchasing and engineering.
Manufacturing Engineer, / Engineer Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Analyze proposed engineering changes for manufacturing impact and feasibility
Participate in developing and maintaining ISO 9001 procedures and documents for the manufacturing engineering department as required
Minimum 3 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or Operations
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing)
Assist in development of engineering department procedures related to design and electronic design database
Provide manufacturing technical support in process control and internal certification
Data analysis to support continuous improvement efforts
Support new model launches by identifying and tracking issues, driving resolution, identifying continuous improvement opportunities, and capturing lessons learned
Increases manufacturing efficiencies by recommending and implementing process enhancements relating to waste elimination, by improving equipment design and layout, process flow, quality and safety
Manages continuous improvement and cost reduction projects
Manufacturing Engineer, / Engineer Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Manufacturing Engineer, / Engineer
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: ASQ, LV, ABCL, SPC, ISO, ACE, PMP, ISO9001, EIT, UL
Education for Manufacturing Engineer, / Engineer
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the manufacturing engineer, / engineer job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Science, Technical, Technology, Industrial, Math, Industrial Engineering
Skills for Manufacturing Engineer, / Engineer
Desired skills for manufacturing engineer, / engineer include:
DOE
LEAN and DFM concepts
Six Sigma
Manufacturing concepts
Product design
Materials and parts
Quality control standards
Assembly methods
Manufacturing
Root cause / corrective action processes and techniques
Desired experience for manufacturing engineer, / engineer includes:
Line stops/Purges/Quality issues leadership
Knowledge of GD&T and ASME Y14.5M 1994 standard
CGMP Certified
Certified in FPX or other project management discipline
Trained in recognised problem solving methodologies
Demonstrated ability to lead / contribute to significant projects to completion, on time and within budget
Manufacturing Engineer, / Engineer Examples
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Manufacturing Engineer, / Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is hiring for a manufacturing engineer, / engineer. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for manufacturing engineer, / engineer
- Identify and implement GMP (good manufacturing practices) that apply to specific production area(s)
- Develop and/or revise work instructions, routings, manufacturing procedures, tool drawings and related manufacturing software for assigned projects
- Evaluate engineering packages for manufacturing prior to production
- Provide engineering support to assigned cells
- Ensures engineering solutions meet requirements for safety, cost, time, and quality
- Analyze proposed changes for manufacturing impact and feasibility
- Provide training as needed to ensure that the production team understands and follows GMP
- Provide hands-on manufacturing equipment and process trouble shooting
- Lead key NPI initiatives, such as DFM, FMEA, DOE, control plans
- Act as shop liaison between Design Engineers and Production to ensure products are built to specifications and engineering drawings and or models
Qualifications for manufacturing engineer, / engineer
- Experience w/tooling, processes and facilities desired
- Experience in regulated industry, FDA, ISO
- Experience w/tooling, processes and facilities
- Knowledge of solid modeling and 2D software programs required
- Proven ability to drive (cultural) change
- Strong achievement orientation
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Manufacturing Engineer, / Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a manufacturing engineer, / engineer. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for manufacturing engineer, / engineer
- Develop new manufacturing processes, including layouts, PFD, PFMEA, CP, work instructions and training materials
- Have detailed knowledge of how to read engineering drawings and be able to relay information to production team members
- Design Change Requests (DCR) as required to support manufacturing and quality of parts produced
- Ensure standardization and compliance to engineering, customer and company specification for processes employed in the production of interior products
- Solve manufacturing issues and communicate solutions
- Establish manufacturing line set up for new products for optimal production with respect to time and cost, and/or provide suggestions for existing production lines to Production and General Manager
- Provide assistance to production personal for all facets related to manufacturing of product
- Generate part programs for 2/4 and 5 axis CNC lathes and machining centers
- Establishes detail planning of manufacturing sequences and furnishes detail operating instructions to production personnel
- Plans logical approach to complex manufacturing problems and their solutions
Qualifications for manufacturing engineer, / engineer
- Demonstrates a good working knowledge of Lean principles / methods including Value Stream Maps, 5S, Kaizen
- Is a self-directed, "hands-on", problem-solver with the ability to multi-task several projects and able to maintain the high quality and timeliness of deliverables
- Must have strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with all areas of the organization
- Proactive participation in cross-functional teams
- Must be able to apply root cause analysis and problem solving tools
- Lean Six-Sigma problem solving experience with Green Belt certification preferred
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Manufacturing Engineer, / Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for a manufacturing engineer, / engineer. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for manufacturing engineer, / engineer
- Launch processes in the manufacturing environment per AAM procedures
- Troubleshoot daily manufacturing issues
- Review existing manufacturing process for cost avoidance opportunities
- Champion or participate in continuous improvement projects
- Optimize manufacturing and supply processes
- Participate actively in the continuous improvement program
- Develop and design manufacturing equipment
- Develop quotations for assigned product(s)
- Develop specifications and plans product manufacture and identifies Critical to Quality items
- Document the NPI lifecycle and Process accordingly
Qualifications for manufacturing engineer, / engineer
- Ability to perform within the principles of Lean Manufacturing, Just-in-Time and Total Quality Management systems/processes
- Support all levels by communicating complex technical issues
- Proficient in the uses of programs such as Excel, Word, Access
- Work effectively independently or in a team setting
- Proficient in the use of Pro E
- Commercial Vehicle or Automotive experience
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Manufacturing Engineer, / Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a manufacturing engineer, / engineer. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for manufacturing engineer, / engineer
- Assist with product testing, recording and analyzing test data, and reporting findings with recommendations to management as needed
- Supporting the Logistics Department for vendor selection and evaluation
- Create and monitor process FMEA
- Train production employees on new product introductions
- Develop prototypes for new products and customers
- Ensure successful launch of new products
- Collaborate with other departments to perform root cause analysis, determine and implement corrective/preventive corrective actions
- Work with project teams to identify issues and risks associated with NPD
- Research and provide recommendations for new equipment, products, and processes utilizing industry standard project management tools and techniques
- Provide technical support to the production group in achieving the target results
Qualifications for manufacturing engineer, / engineer
- Experience defining labor standards & assembly sequencing
- Knowledge of injection molding, machining processes and design
- Basic knowledge in geometric tolerances and dimensioning
- Ability to identify, evaluate and implement new suppliers into the Medivators system
- Opportunity to directly impact company challenges and avoid "red tape" that commonly plagues larger corporations
- Opportunity to own cross-departmental quality initiatives and improvements for high impact
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Manufacturing Engineer, / Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of manufacturing engineer, / engineer. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for manufacturing engineer, / engineer
- Provide support for the management team by providing engineering technical expertise and working collaboratively on manufacturing processes
- Develop and implement solutions to manufacturing problems and improvements in manufacturing methods that result in improved quality, and increased productivity
- Utilize analytical skills to identify, participate in, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs, improve inventory accuracy, and improve overall effectiveness of manufacturing processes
- Working with the manufacturing department and help them understand the technical concepts that should be looked after during the manufacturing process of the products
- Troubleshoot and support manufacturing equipment issues
- Eliminate dangerous occurrences in manufacturing and achieve world class premier performances in safety
- Map out future engineering value-adding developments and initiatives using lean methodologies that will sustain
- Provide engineering leadership/ support for the manufacture of Trailer products to world-class standards ensuring that products are built in the safest and most cost effective and efficient manner
- Be proficient in Design for manufacturing, PFMEA, Rapid proto-typing, 3P, Pro-E
- Have a proven track record in driving continuous improvement and a passion for new technologies / automation / process control
Qualifications for manufacturing engineer, / engineer
- Conduct time and motion studies establishing time standards for manufacturing processes with emphasis on productivity improvement, efficiency gains and cycle time reduction
- With Assembly Background (Dieprep -> D/A -> W/B -> Mold -> Trim & Form -> Singulation) • Fluent on English both verbally and written • Knows basic Problem Solving (8D methodology) • Knows 7QC tools if applicable • Know Windows Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word)
- Experience applying lean manufacturing concepts required
- Experience working in Aerospace manufacturing preferred
- Experience working with composite preferred
- MRP systems and solid modeling experience is a plus