Manufacturing Engineer - Huntsville, United States - Alamo Group

Description

DetailsPosition Summary:

Under minimum supervision, determines the most cost effective processes, methods, systems, tooling, equipment and plant layout to be used to manufacture Schwarze products.

Adapts and implements procedures to evaluate labor and operating costs for compliance with standards and stated cost objectives.

Develops short and long term manufacturing strategies and capital requirements, and actively implements in the development and introduction of new products.

Essential Functions of the Job:

Implements manufacturing techniques and processes (J.I.T., Continuous Flow, Kanban, Manufacturing Cells, etc.) that will reduce manufacturing labor costs, product through-put time, W.I.P.

(Work In Process) inventory levels and overall manufacturing operating costs, while striving to meet production and cost goals.
Develops and implements manufacturing systems and operating procedures to support and enhance manufacturing techniques and processes.

Trains supervisors and support personnel in new and updated production processes as it relates to equipment to reduce manufacturing costs and lead times by using Lean Manufacturing techniques Continually develops and upgrades manufacturing labor standards affecting efficiency, utilization and productivity for producing product in the plant.

Review routings to insure compliance with product cost levels and update as needed.
Creates and updates documentation for manufacturing processes including work instructions and manufacturing routers.
Evaluates and recommends plant layout changes and modifications to enhance space utilization, material flow, employee safety and product throughput.

Develops short and long term manufacturing strategies and objectives to include capital equipment investments, tooling investments and operating cost improvements.

Develops and executes plan to drive future state of company goals.

Actively participates in the development of new products to insure compliance with manufacturing and processing strategies, product quality objectives, tooling objectives, implementation dates and product cost goals.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):Knowledge of manufacturing techniques such as J.I.T. (Just In Time), Continuous Flow Manufacturing, Kanban, Manufacturing Cells, etc. required.
Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to communicate with various levels within the organization.
Ability to coordinate multiple activities.
Computer software, data entry, data retrieval and data analysis skills required.
Problem solving and troubleshooting skills required.

Demonstrated ability to exhibit and model Alamo Group's Core Competencies:
Leading Change/Change Management

• Balance change and continually strive to improve business performanceLeading People/Teamwork
• Design and implement strategies that maximize employee's potential and foster high ethical standardsCommunication
• Explain, advocate and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner and negotiate with individuals and groupsBusiness Acumen
• Understand and interprets business metrics and utilizes latest business strategies to focus on outcomes and create opportunities for successResults Driven/Process
• Make timely and effective decisions and produce results through planning and implementation of processes, systems, and programs; stressing accountability and continuous improvementEducation and Experience:Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, Industrial Technology, or a related technical field is preferred.

3+ years previous experience in a related manufacturing environment required.

OverviewSchwarze Industries (a member of Alamo Group Inc.) is currently accepting applications to fill the position of Manufacturing Engineer at its Huntsville, AL facility.

Why work at Schwarze?At Schwarze, we strive to employ the most talented people in the industry. People who believe in getting the job done and those who take pride in what they do.

We are dedicated to using a Total Performance Teamwork concept to produce, maintain, and market the finest, most durable, quality power sweeping equipment in the world.

We offer one of the most comprehensive sweeper lines in theindustry, including models for parking area cleaning, industrial sweeping, malland shopping center sweeping, airport runway sweeping, street sweeping,milling cleanup and storm water runoff (PM-10) management.

Schwarze offers competitive pay and a wide range of employee benefits including:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage401(k) Retirement Savings Program with a Company MatchProfit Sharing BonusPaid Vacation and Sick Leave10 Paid Holidays per yearCompany Paid Short and Long-Term Disability ProgramsWellness ProgramsEmployee Assistance ProgramsLearning and Development Programs through the Alamo Group Learning Development AcademyEmployee Tuition Reimbursement and Dependent Scholarship ProgramsAnd much moreTo learn more about Schwarze and this position, please visit our website at or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube