Job Description

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the MFE team to document manufacturing capabilities and efficient production methods.
• Develop new manufacturing processes by assisting direct reports with writing and analyzing capital expenditure requests, re-engineering equipment, and guiding designs on tooling, fixtures, and material handling equipment.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve manufacturing processes utilizing knowledge of product design, materials, and parts, machines, tooling, and personnel.
• Lead discussions on product improvements and facilitate Engineering Change Requests.
• Advise all affected departments regarding process effects resulting from product changes and vice versa.
• Manage projects individually and by leading the MFE team as necessary.Includes conducting meetings and coordinating with other employees, suppliers, and outside contractors.
• Communicate with and develop vendors on technical specifications and quality standards.
• Assist Manufacturing Technicians in troubleshooting and returning equipment to the correct working order.
• Regularly attend training on subjects important to stay informed of industry practices and standards.
• Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and crouch in and around tightly configured equipment. Occasionally lift and carry 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move 75 pounds.
• Provide onsite supervision of direct reports, contractors, in-direct reports, and production personnel performing processes involving equipment, tools.
• Lead actions, with assistance from HR and direct supervision, if any disciplinary steps are taken with direct reports.
• Provide leadership and stability to direct reports during change and implementation of new duties by planning training steps and preparing the team.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Prior experience as a Manufacturing Engineer.
• Prior experience as a manager/supervisor of engineers of technicians.
• Proficient in reading/typing in English.
• Extensive experience with a wide variety of manufacturing methods, project management methods, machine design, leadership, organization skills, direct management, and vendor/contractor development is fundamental. This includes evaluating CNC metal fabrication/machining equipment, welding, coatings, electrical wiring, or fixture and gage design.
• Experience presenting information to a wide range of audiences.
• Proven experience with computers, smartphones/tablets, AutoDesk software, and Microsoft software.

Education and Licensing

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Technology required

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