Confidential · 1 day ago
Manufacturing Engineer
Menomonee Falls, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $105K/yr
4+ years expConfidential company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer who will work at a technical expertise level involving process development fundamentals. The role focuses on improving product quality and process yield through continuous improvement activities and managing the implementation of new products and revisions.
Marketing & Advertising
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manage implementation of new products and product revisions for assigned projects
Responsible for identifying and implementing process-related continuous improvement activities to improve product quality and increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
Ensure all process developments and improvements meet the Quality Management System requirements
Create working drawings/digital files/CNC programming as necessary
Engage with the appropriate personnel to identify and resolve corrective/preventative actions to address quality, technical, and manufacturing issues
Project Management – Accurate development, research, planning, timely delivery, and reporting for all project deliverables
Keep current on new developments and technologies in assigned disciplines and proactively present new ‘Best Practice’ methodologies, procedures, processes, and equipment to the company
Utilize various business software programs to create new and edit existing manufacturing floor work orders; update process standards; and analyze, troubleshoot, and trend historical process equipment and production data
Led the Lean Kaizen and Six Sigma teams as necessary to increase production efficiency and reduce cost
Work with outside vendors to develop new equipment and implement modifications to existing equipment
Work closely with operations (including but not limited to maintenance and supply chain) daily to support the entire production floor through continuous improvements to processes and equipment and clear and concise communication with line leaders and production personnel
Lead the implementation of engineering changes at the operations level. Coordinate changeovers for materials and processes. Update PFMEA, QCP, and work instructions to ensure quality
Perform root cause analysis for customer complaints and document them in an 8D while implementing corrective actions
Responsible for process design for new product introductions. Coordinate team efforts during line trials for experimental formulas and compounds for new products or cost-saving initiatives
Optimizes material yields to reduce waste and improve product quality
Advocates the need to change materials to R&D to reduce costs from an inefficient process or excessive waste
Optimizes a continuous process to reduce labor through lean or updating process technology
Process improvements that ensure the workforce remains safe. Perform job hazard analysis and equipment start-ups before handoff to operations
Assist with quoting an estimate of jobs for the commercial team
Other related responsibilities
Qualification
Required
Ability to work on own initiative
Good interpersonal and communication skills with proven leadership abilities
Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or other related Engineering field, or comparable background with 4 – 7 years experience in manufacturing settings
Experience working in plastics, paper mill, concrete, or food industry would be a plus
2D software proficiency required. 3D software experience is a plus. Preferences: 2D – AutoCad, 3D – Creo or Solidworks
High proficiency in creating advanced spreadsheets, utilizing macros, and developing forms with MS Excel and statistical software (e.g. Minitab, JMP)
Achievement of Six Sigma/Green Belt/Black Belt accreditation would be a distinct advantage, including but not limited to Lean Manufacturing experience and accreditation
Proven project management experience with medium to large-scale/complex projects
ERP and similar types of business information systems experience very desirable
Relevant experience with statistical process control and capability analysis is required
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, root cause analysis, and risk assessments with strong attention to detail
Working knowledge of FMEA and QCP tools
Must be flexible and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Minimal domestic travel (<10%)
Must possess a strong analytical approach to problem-solving to deliver innovative solutions
Company
Confidential
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Silicon Valley, California US, US
51-200 employeesFunding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Roshan Syed
Global Talent Partner
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