Investigate, recommend, and implement manufacturing cost reduction and product improvement programs Identify root cause and corrective actions for manufacturing problem Participate in customer specification and statement of work reviews Participate in the review and evaluation of new product designs or design changes Review and analyze design change request initiated by manufacturing personnel to determine feasibility, validity, savings, effect on design, and verify justification for change Evaluate, test and select facilities, equipment and materials required for production in conjunction with production supervision, purchasing and other groups Perform a variety of cost analyses, e.g., cost estimates for quotations or "make or buy" decisions Develop manufacturing operating instructions Develop and track manufacturing metrics to monitor the health of processes Evaluate non-conformances as part of the Material Review Board Direct work activities of production operators to aid in problem solving Develop procedures and train assemblers and operators in machine operations, processes or assembly applications Coordinate with vendors and customers Ability to identify and prioritize work with limited input from manager Able to develop ROI or business case and present to management in the support of capital equipment, new product or process development and productivity improvements. Preferred Qualification: Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment Working Conditions: Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes Must be available to work overtime, as needed Flexible work schedule to support production Top Benefits: As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you'll enjoy: Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.