Production Engineer

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - include the following.

• Partner with Aoyama Seisakusho group of companies to provide products and manufacturing processes to support the North America fastener markets.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation, PLCs and equipment.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks), process simulation & data analysis tools.
• Experience with Toyota Production System, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement techniques.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Develop and manage process documentation such as work instructions, SOPs, and process control plans.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Develop and deliver technical training to technical and non-technical Team Members.
• Support problem investigation, root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. Includes use of poka-yoke devices.
• Initiate, justify, budget, implement and manage capital projects
• Support manufacturing process design, equipment selection, capability validation and process maintenance activities.
• MS Office proficiency – Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (BS) required with a major in an Engineering discipline (preferably Mechanical, Electrical, or Materials Science).  5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

COMMUNICATION 

Effective communication skills to collaborate with other team members and customers. Ability to interpret technical procedures or governmental regulations, write reports, capital appropriation requests, and procedure manuals.  Fluent in English.  Japanese as a second language is helpful.

PROBLEM-SOLVING 

Ability to identify and resolve technical challenges related to manufacturing. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Required to stand, walk and sit; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms. Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 25 pounds.

COMPANY VISION & VALUES

"Indiana Automotive Fasteners is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind; Indiana Automotive Fasteners is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Indiana Automotive Fasteners are based on business needs, job requirements, and Individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and or/expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by laws or regulation in the location where we operate. Indiana Automotive Fasteners will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.”