Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Jacksonville, United States - Mustang Survival
Description
WHO ARE WE?
The Mustang Survival brand represents leading edge extreme environmental protection for elite users including rescue workers, coast guard, fighter jet pilots, fishermen, sailors, paddlers, and even NASA astronauts. Our mission is bold, we exist to Protect Lives on water, and requires courageous leaders. If you want a career that is challenging, energizing, and rewarding, come join us to push the boundaries of survival technology to deliver the ultimate user experience on the water through inspired technical solutions.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
We are looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Manufacturing Engineer III) to join our production team in Jacksonville, FL. You will be responsible for formulating, implementing, and managing the design and control of manufacturing systems to ensure that Mustang Survival and sister company Patten deliver high quality products to market. This includes implementing Lean manufacturing processes to drive efficiency, flexibility and quality. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who loves problem solving and teamwork; and who wants to join an organization whose products are focused on saving lives.
WHAT WE ARE OFFERING
For this job, we estimate the salary range to be between $90,000 and $120,000. The provided range serves as an estimate, and we are open to considering applicants who meet or exceed our outlined requirements, even if their salary expectations fall outside of this estimate. Additionally, we offer health insurance and benefits, 401k, unlimited paid time off, and industry perks. This job is located in Jacksonville Florida and we will be offering relocation support.
DAY IN THE LIFE OF:
Collaborate with project teams to launch new military and professional life saving products.
Support and Drive LEAN manufacturing and 5S Initiatives. Incorporate Six Sigma methodologies to enhance process improvement efforts.
Drive initiation for continuous improvement projects to increase production capacity and quality. Conduct data analysis and utilize performance metrics tracking to measure the impact of improvement projects.
Support issue management and problem-solving using root cause analysis techniques and corrective action implementation to address recurring problems effectively.
Work in a highly cross-functional team environment involving manufacturing and product development, production, quality, supply chain, marketing, sale, and finance team.
Develops work instructions, drawings, tests, modifications, assembly processes, fixtures, processes or specialized manufacturing, test equipment for existing or new products and ensure production readiness.
Prepare and maintain manufacturing documentation such as BOL, tooling and work instruction
Assist and Lead in development on testing and validating the new product, process and system.
Actively participate and support in regulatory compliance testing and validation protocols
Work closely with contract electrician and machine shop to build test or assembly fixture for production.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior manufacturing engineers, fostering their professional development and technical proficiency.
Support in the development of training programs and resources to onboard new team members and facilitate ongoing skill enhancement for junior engineers.
Coach junior engineers in problem-solving techniques, best practices, and adherence to quality standards, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Lead by example, demonstrating effective communication, teamwork, and ethical conduct in all aspects of manufacturing engineering activities.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in engineering relative with a focus in industrial, mechanical, mechatronics, electrical, or equivalent as preferred.
8 to 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
A combination of relevant training and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience with New Production Introduction (NPI).
Lean manufacturing knowledge and direct experience required including 5S, Root cause analysis, Value Stream Mapping, 5 Why, Poka Yoke.
Knowledge with technical writing of process documents (PFMEA, Process Flow, Control Plan, Work Instructions, and Checklists.)
Proficient in 2D and 3D model design using Solidworks and AutoCAD.
Enjoy hands-on work with machines and tools
Analytical and proven track record of problem solving
Intermediate knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
A Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects with minimum guidance
Strong written & verbal communication skills to generate process instructions and reports
Able to interpret and produce basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
ASSETS
Experience in garment sewing, or industrial sewing or other associated manufacturing is an asset
Lean green belt or higher certification and demonstrated successful practice
The ability to speak Spanish is an asset