Manufacturing Engineer

Location
Lynchburg, Virginia US
Workplace
On-site
Compensation
$78k – $118k

About this role

GENERAL SUMMARY

Develop, plan, and implement continuous improvements in a manufacturing environment that yield a competitive advantage. Implement and support the broad range of lean manufacturing concepts applicable in a discrete manufacturing environment. Create and maintain metrics that promote root cause identification and corrective action.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Implement & support lean manufacturing (develop cell layout and design based upon projected customer demand, incorporate safety and ergonomic factors, electronic data presentation and tracking, progressive quality checks, linearity, etc.)
  • Champion continuous improvement efforts associated with various manufacturing processes
  • Utilize data to perform root cause identification and implement root cause corrective actions.
  • Participate in cross-functional teams to improve lead times, reduce product cost, analyze and reduce costs of nonconformance, evaluate new products and/or product enhancements, etc.
  • Create and/or maintain manufacturing documentation such as Operational Method Sheets, Work Instructions, Shop Routers, Set up sheets, and Product Data Sheets for various manufacturing areas
  • Ensure that projects are executed to achieve cost and completion goals.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • BS/MS degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering Preferred
  • BS/MS degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering will be considered
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience preferred
  • Innovative problem solver who is an action-oriented self-starter
  • Working Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Techniques
  • Experience in establishing and managing KPI’s
  • Capital project development and project management experience
  • Visual Shop Floor Management experience
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Exposure to Time/Methods Study Techniques
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Knowledge & experience in DraftSight and/or SolidWorks software a plus
  • Experience working in a union environment a plus
The pay range for this role is $78,451.34 - $117,732.17 per year.

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