Our client, an industry leader in brake manufacturing, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their team in Homer, Michigan. This role is ideal for an engineer with a strong machining background who enjoys improving manufacturing processes, leading new equipment launches, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Design, coordinate, and improve manufacturing processes in a CNC machining environment.
Support machining, fabrication, and assembly operations to improve quality, efficiency, and cost performance.
Lead new program launches from concept through production, including equipment design, line layouts, capital equipment procurement, installation, programming, setup, and training.
Develop machining and assembly processes, including all required APQP documentation.
Optimize tooling, workholding, and production equipment used in CNC turning operations.
Establish and maintain inventory levels for cutting tools and perishable workholding in the stockroom and SMED area.
Utilize Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies to improve quality, reliability, and productivity.
Work closely with production, maintenance, quality, suppliers, and customers to ensure successful project execution.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience as a Manufacturing Engineer in a machining environment.
Strong knowledge of CNC turning, machining processes, tooling, fabrication, and assembly equipment.
Working knowledge of CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar.
Experience developing APQP documentation for machining and assembly processes.
Working knowledge of:
GD&T
PFMEA
Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement tools, including:
5S
Kaizen
Poka-Yoke
Design of Experiments (DOE)
Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
Basic understanding of industrial automation.
Experience with Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens PLC controls is a plus.
Familiarity with Fanuc and KUKA robots is preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering is preferred, but equivalent manufacturing engineering experience will also be considered.
Why Join?
1st Shift
Competitive salary
Opportunity to work for an industry leader in brake manufacturing
Exposure to advanced machining, automation, robotics, and new product launches
Collaborative environment with opportunities to lead impactful manufacturing improvements
Stable company with excellent long-term career growth potential