Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Taylor - Angstrom NA LLC

Description

Angstrom Group of Companies is a leading Tier 1, full-service supplier providing high-quality solutions to automotive and industrial original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Angstrom offers a diversified product portfolio with vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities. Angstrom has 30+ manufacturing locations across North America, South America, and Europe. Core manufacturing units process Metals (Casting, Stamping, Forging, Welding, Machining, and Assembly), Resin (Injection Molding, Foam, and Fiber), and Electrical components (Wire Harnesses, Lighting, and assembly modules).

Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.

Minimum of 4 years of actual on-the-job experience ( no internship or fresh graduates)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

AME leads new projects right from the inception of the program till manufacturing launch, which includes prototype part development, APQP, manufacturing process planning, FMEA, selection of equipment, tooling design, developing infrastructure, conducting trial production, installation of manufacturing cell, executing PPAP, proving Run Rate, monitoring initial production run, and sign off from production. Implement advanced manufacturing techniques in existing production processes to maximize throughput / OEE. Resolves issues with design, manufacturability, or build sequences.

• Develop new product process design, PFD, FMEA, and prepare manufacturing equipment proposals to execute project deliverables in coordination with the Cross Functional Team
• Develop and execute prototype plans as per customer requirements.
• Recommend new manufacturing equipment by identifying vendors, evaluating equipment capabilities, service history, and service support. Secure buy-off from the CFT team.
• Ensure that sourced equipment and tooling meet established standards and project requirements
• Lead pre-production activities in coordination with the production department
• Lead PPAP and Run Rate to meet project deliverables
• Inputs and configures BOM's, routing and master data to the ERP system.
• Develop process drawings, manufacturing instructions, control plan and work instructions for new products, machining, welding, assembly fixtures, and tooling
• Develop financial evaluations of potential major capital investment projects and provide documentation of investment vs payback to the superior.
• Coordinate manufacturing changes for the approved Engineering Change Request
• Evaluate existing methods of operations, routings, processes, tooling, etc., and recommend and/or initiate changes or modifications to update and achieve optimum operating efficiencies and manufacturing economies.
• Develop and manage plant layouts, CAD drawings, and operational design concepts
• Install and conduct equipment capability and certifications with the help of maintenance
• Coordinate and conduct new project PDT meetings with the customer and supplier.
• Application of lean concepts and capacity planning
• Application of error-proofing techniques
• Periodic review of process capability studies and initiate action to reduce FMEA / RPN
• Identify and address safety and ergonomic issues, as identified.
• Keep regular communications, periodic meetings with program management on new program awards, and the status of awarded programs
• Support Sales on RFQs, cost estimation, and technical presentation to seek new business
• Do participate in corrective preventive actions for customer and internal complaints
• Must be able to take the production engineer role in case new project activities are completed

QUALIFICATION AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Associate Diploma or Degree in Industrial / Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineering required
• Minimum of 4 years of actual on-the-job experience ( no internship or fresh graduates) in Engineering, product development, manufacturing in Automotive and/or Automotive Supply base
• Must have process experience in Machining, Welding (MIG, TIG), Robotic welding, Press Assembly, Fixture, Automation and cutting tools knowledge required
• Adequate knowledge of Problem-Solving methods, SPC and SQC tools required
• Auto CAD, Solid Works skill set
• Highly knowledgeable in APQP process, PPAP, PFMEA, PFD, Control Plan and WI
• Knowledge in GD&T and Lean manufacturing
• Knowledge in International Quality Management System - IATF 16949:2016/ISO 14001 /OHSAS and State Law in Industrial Regulations
• Proven ability in execution of project plans that have achieved the identified targets
• Understanding safety procedures and ability to work in a manufacturing environment
• Must be able to train, assist, lead, direct, instruct and discipline employees
• Strong sense of time management and urgency
• Ability to manage, navigate unexpected challenges with a focus to rapidly find solutions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sitting, squatting, walking, bending 8 –10 hours per day
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. or more.
• Must be able to work in different weather conditions
• Exposure to production environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This role functions in a welding, assembly and machine shop environment
• This role routinely uses standard and special purpose equipment such as CNC machines, robots, welding, assembly fixtures and tools
• Technicians often work in assembly lines or automated production floors

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment when in a production area

Angstrom NA LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment at Angstrom NA LLC is governed by merit, qualifications, and professional competence. xhmxlyz Angstrom NA LLC does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, national origin/ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, veteran status, disability status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, or any other basis protected by law.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department.