Manufacturing Engineer - Smithfield, United States - OPW, a Dover Company

Description

We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to help our business drive manufacturing productivity and efficiency through analysis, design, and implementation and/or installation of tools, processes, and equipment.

Candidates hired into the position will work in various manufacturing departments within the organization to gain exposure to various manufacturing processes and tools. Skills will be developed around: Implementation of Lean tools, Ergonomic Improvement, Layout Generation & PFEP, Jig & Fixture Design, Manufacturing Process Creation and Work Instruction Development. The acquired skills will aid the candidate in handling the responsibilities below.

What you'll be responsible for in this role:

• Analyze and design manufacturing processes by applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials and gathering input from operators, stakeholders, and equipment manufacturers.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.
• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Assist with managing capital expenditures as assigned to include project identification, justification and completion.

What are the basic qualifications?

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, or other relevant technical field, from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.

To be a great fit for the role:

• Knowledge of value stream mapping, problem solving, facilitation and Lean principles and tools.
• Training with AutoCAD or other layout and design software.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communications skills, both oral and written.
• Hands on Mechanical skills, through hobbyist or semiformal training