Manager, Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Summit Argo - Dover Corporation

Description

Manager, Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Machining

The Manager of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering - Machining oversees the optimization of machining processes and ensures the efficient use of equipment and design specifications. This role involves leading initiatives to improve operational efficiency, managing the implementation of new technologies, and driving productivity through effective asset utilization.

Dover Corporation is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $8 billion.

Position Summary:

Reporting directly to the Dover Director of Advanced Manufacturing Machining, the Advanced Manufacturing Machining Engineer is responsible for executing the manufacturing roadmap for optimizing machining processes, proper use of the equipment, design specifications, setup reviews, and new control strategies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support and partner with OpCo to drive improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through initiatives such as Single-Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), etc. for new and existing equipment.
• Work on Dover corporate strategy to drive productivity by internalizing spend (Buy-to-Make) on new capital expenditures and existing equipment by maximizing machine utilization.
• Lead SMED Events - Lead Site CNC technology Assessments – Project Manage Site improvement activities.
• Support and partner with OpCo to support maturity journey for the Machining Excellence Playbook.
• Provide technical development and deployment for new technologies related to machining to drive productivity improvements.
• Drive and support machining strategy on productivity improvement by maximizing asset utilization.
• Assist in the evolution of the equipment and perform acceptance evaluation accordingly.
• Identify, recommend, procure, and install machine shop equipment as well as ensure all equipment is thoroughly maintained and calibrated.
• Support workforce utilization, space requirements, workflow, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Continuously improve, provide recommendation on upgrade of equipment to maximize asset utilization.
• Interface with tooling suppliers to ensure use of proper tooling for production. Work with suppliers to develop better cutting tools for specific product applications.
• Develop machining capability in-house while making changes to enhance the machine functionality.
• Identify, develop, and deploy new machining methods (or refine existing) to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize build schedule.
• Utilize lean manufacturing methodology for process development and problem-solving.
• Perform root cause analyses when non-conformances are identified and deploy corrective actions.
• Helping and supporting manufacturing teams to achieve safety, quality, efficiency, and throughput goals, identifying opportunities to improve.
• Apply Project Management skills & tools to lead and support capital equipment/improvement projects.
• Investigate equipment performance and identify any problems for corrective actions and solutions.
• Write/review User Requirement Specs, Functional Requirements, Design Specs, Qualifications, etc.
• Support Factory and Site Acceptance Tests, Machinability Studies, and validation protocols.
• Responsible for review and approval of Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Design FMEA, Production Part Approval Process (PPAPs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Utilize continuous improvement methodology to improve internal processes.
• Must be able to interact constructively across the whole organization to identify issues and implement improvements.
• Hands-on support of new products and new process launches.
• Must be able to handle multiple projects and multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Travel up to 70% may be required.
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements/Desired Characteristics:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing engineering, industrial technology, or equivalent mix of education and experience.
• Minimum five (5) years' experience in manufacturing engineering directly working with machining processes.
• Experience setting up and operating state-of-the-art machining equipment.
• Extensive experience in machining and maintenance.
• Well-versed in standard machine shop manufacturing processes and setups.
• Strong experience with SolidWorks or another mechanical CAD system.
• Highly experienced with a variety of precision conventional and advanced metrology systems (photogrammetry, CMMs, 3D imaging).
• Strong commitment to proper safety precautions in design and practice.
• Strong understanding of Lean concepts.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills to interact with other departments.
• Ability to multi-task and perform in a dynamic environment.
• Strong sense of urgency, accountability, and highly objective-oriented.
• Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks, a self-starter with the ability to problem-solve.
• Clear, concise, and articulate communication skills - verbal, written, and listening.
• Strong team player, work ethic, and commitment to win the right way.
• Strong analytical skills, ability to think big, act small, and scale fast.

Key Accomplishments – Previous 12 Months:

• Demonstrated experience in successfully achieving machining startups.
• Proven experience developing/starting new manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated experience improving productivity by machining optimization.
• Demonstrated experience improving OEE. And proven reduction in unplanned maintenance hours.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing Advanced Product Quality Planning Methodology and the integrated product and process development techniques within it. (e.g., Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEA, Control Plans, I/PPAP, Standard Work).
• Proven success managing medium and large-scale projects from concept development through successful implementation.

Estimated Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

This estimate is based on national averages and actual salaries may vary depending on factors like location, experience, and industry standards.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position.