Manufacturing Engineer/ProductionWare Specialist

Salary: $74,470

Schedule: 6:00am-2:30pm

DESCRIPTION/JOB SUMMARY

Support manufacturing operations by providing ProductionWare expertise, improving production processes and facility layouts, and collaborating with teams to implement safe, efficient, and effective manufacturing solutions across domestic and international facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Serve as a company expert in Matrix Automation’s ProductionWare Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and provide technical support to domestic and international manufacturing facilities
• Apply knowledge of system capabilities and interrelationships to develop solutions that improve manufacturing processes
• Complete projects within agreed-upon budgets and timelines
• Maintain and upgrade the ProductionWare MES and related Matrix servers in accordance with Information Technology (IT) protocols
• Train other Manufacturing Engineers on ProductionWare MES functions and troubleshooting, and provide training on system changes before implementation
• Generate system reports for management upon request
• Collaborate on process improvement projects and take accountability for assigned project results using sound engineering principles and proven industrial procedures
• Research, justify, and implement production enhancements, and assist with training supervisors and employees to support safe, efficient, and effective production
• Participate in Kaizen events
• Implement production processes for New Product Introduction (NPI) in accordance with Pride’s Design Transfer Process Procedure
• Create, standardize, and maintain Special Order Form (SOF) method operation sheets for all phases of manufacturing
• Implement the ProductionWare MES on the production floor to support paperless method operation sheets
• Develop and implement facility layouts that improve product flow
• Prepare return on investment (ROI) analyses for capital expenditures, perform Internal-External (IE) analyses, and evaluate efficiency levels
• Communicate project feedback and system capabilities to Manufacturing Engineering leadership and team members
• Maintain tooling designs, cell layouts, and production test fixtures
• Provide daily production floor support to address quality, ergonomic, and process improvement needs
• Monitor existing processes and implement changes to eliminate non-value-added activities
• Coordinate with the System Support Group on process changes that affect document control and production control software
• Support special projects as needed
• Assist with production line duties as needed
• Ensure all safety and security rules are strictly observed and any accidents, incidents or injuries are promptly reported to management 
• Complete the annual CTPAT Security Training 
• Focus on continuous improvement, and consistently demonstrate good business judgment 
• Work effectively with all Pride departments to exceed internal and external expectations
• Pride retains the discretion to modify duties and/or assign other duties as necessary

  REQUIRED SKILLS

• Must be a team player, friendly, professional, detail-oriented, and honest

  Must have the ability to:

• Multi-task, problem-solve, and prioritize in a fast-paced working environment
• Use hand tools and standard power tools
• Read and comprehend work instructions
• Prepare and build prototypes
• Prepare and present summary reports
• Push/Pull/Lift 40 lbs.
• Travel domestically and internationally as dictated by business needs 

  Must have:

• Relentless drive to achieve advancement and continuous improvement
• Excellent knowledge of Manufacturing Execution Systems 
• Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Basic working knowledge of database software such as Microsoft SQL Server
• Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills
• Excellent understanding of Production Test Fixture design, Lean Principles, and Flow Manufacturing Principles
• Intermediate working knowledge of AutoCAD engineering software

  PREFERRED SKILLS

• Intermediate working knowledge of 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks or Creo preferred
• Intermediate working knowledge of ERP systems such as Oracle, Adobe Illustrator, and Production Control Systems preferred

  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• At least 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment supporting automation and process flow.
• At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment utilizing Manufacturing Execution Systems and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

  PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• At least 1 year of experience with programmable logic controller (PLC) logic preferred
• At least 1 year of experience implementing lean and flow manufacturing principles, including single-piece flow, 5S, and Demand Flow Technology (DFT) preferred
• At least 1 year of experience working in compliance with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards, or comparable requirements preferred
• At least 2 years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer I at Pride Mobility, including setting up, coordinating, and executing line or cell production processes at Pride’s global manufacturing locations preferred
• Current or previous successful employment experience with Pride Mobility Products Corporation preferred

  REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, OR Associate Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related field with at least 6 years of the required experience, OR High School Diploma or GED, with at least 12 years of the required experience 

  PREFERRED EDUCATION

• Master’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering preferred
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred

  DETAILS

• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive
• This is a safety sensitive position
• In exceptional circumstances, some of the physical requirements of this position may be modified or eliminated as a reasonable accommodation for a person with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act

  Pride Mobility Products®/Quantum Rehab® is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

• Pride Mobility Products®/Quantum Rehab® is an Affirmative Action Employer with obligations under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

  If you are a person with a disability, a disabled veteran, or require a reasonable accommodation or assistance in completing an application for employment, please contact our human resources department at 1-800-800-8586 x1250.