Manufacturing Engineer - Goshen, United States - John Galt Staffing

Description

Summary

Develops and implements improvements in manufacturing process by studying product manufacturing methods and process flows. (heavy manufacturing production floor presence)

Essential Functions

• Provide support for continuous improvement activities:
• Develop layouts (AutoCad, DWG)
• Prepare time and motions studies, BOMs, routings, Work Instructions
• Chart process flow, Control plans, PFMEA
• Perform research on best materials and methods for manufacturing
• Provide project management for larger projects
• Prepare and maintain Gantt charts
• Coordinate with Lean teams.
• Participate in Lean events and follow up on approved improvements to insure their effectiveness and continued value.
• Provide leadership by guiding the activities
• Periodically report on progress
• Seek assistance when confronted with obstacles
• Provide support for any major equipment and process installation and setup.
• Interface with equipment manufacturer, operations, maintenance, safety, quality
• Train affected employees
• Establish maintenance schedules, calibration needs, safety guarding and procedures, etc.
• Working with Operation Management establishes goals for improvement in Safety, Quality and productivity.
• Create and produce supporting documentation required for CAPEX on equipment (ROI)

Competencies

• Leadership skills and experience
• Supervision skills and experience
• Hardware specifications
• Manufacturing methods and procedures
• Manufacturing quality, product development
• CAD
• Character traits: have integrity, be responsible, have a positive attitude, be respectful of others, be self-motivated
• Lead by example, must be a hands on manager and engaged in daily activities
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and basic computer skills
• Read and understand engineer drawings and blueprints
• Excellent time management skills, communication skills, mathematical abilities and analytical abilities