RESPONSIBILITIES:
This Engineer will support Business Unit team members in the areas of problem solving, Lean and Continuous Improvement activities, and process development.
• Act as a liaison between Manufacturing Engineering and Product Design Teams to facilitate Design for Manufacturability.
• Perform routine process analyses to assess overall process performance, identifying areas of opportunity, and championing – via direct report group(s) and/or cross-functional teams – the timely implementation & execution of process improvements
• Independently monitor plant KPIs, identifying areas of opportunity, and championing – via direct report group(s) and/or cross-functional teams – the timely implementation & execution of performance improvements.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
• Knowledgeable of aluminum extrusion, buffing and fabrication tooling and equipment processes.
• Strong technical writing skills for the preparation of quote packages and specifications.
• Strong eye for detail and maintaining exacting standards.
• Effectively work with others, sound verbal communication and interpersonal relationship skills.
• Ability to provide performance standards, feedback and coaching to teammates and third-party suppliers.
• Knowledgeable of CAD systems/software for product and tool designs.
• Knowledge of fixture design, sensors, PLC and programming, poke yoke and error proofing.
• Experience with APQP, GD&T, automotive quality and appearance standards, and finishing requirements.
• Knowledgeable of raw materials, manufacturing methods and alternatives for improved performance and/or cost.
• Strong communication skills, MS Office skills, organizational and problem solving skills are required
• BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience preferred
• 5-10 years’ experience in Engineering an Automotive Manufacturing Plant is preferred