Manufacturing Engineer
About this role
Snapshot of the Role
Driven by high performance and intelligent risk taking, Husco is a catalyst for your engineering career! Husco’s automotive and off-highway teams offer creativity and expertise to support new grads as they build fundamental operations skills through continuous improvement, testing, and root cause analysis.
A Manufacturing Engineer at Husco supports the development and installation of new manufacturing equipment/processes, implementing continuous improvement activities, and resolving equipment performance issues.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Support New Product Development launches:
- Work with design engineers and production to quote, specify, order, debug, receive, install, and runoff new production equipment.
- Supports the new product development process through PFMEA, DFM, and CAPP activities to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are met.
- Maximize Operations Production and Efficiency:
- Maintain the current systems and equipment through analysis, troubleshooting and improvement.
- Implement/modify manufacturing processes to fulfill business needs.
- Work with production employees to continually improve production operations, system maintenance and design concepts through coaching, equipment design/modification/selection, training, and participation in PPI activities.
- Upgrade Material and Equipment:
- Work with advanced engineering and equipment suppliers to determine designs and configurations for new equipment and upgrades in conformance with company specifications and quality standards.
- Preparation of financial analysis for capital expenditures for tooling and equipment needed in support of existing product lines or processes.
- Monitor and control all phases of new equipment construction from design approval though implementation on factory floor and control equipment costs during this process.
- Collaborate with Other Departments:
- Interface between Design and Production to ensure designs are acceptable for manufacturing; equipment is designed in accordance with the designs presented and the equipment will work with the equipment we currently have.
- Work with peers and other support personnel with specifics to training on production equipment, problem solving, and preventive maintenance.
- Advocate for Continuous Improvement:
- Actively supports continuous improvement activities through equipment and process design, coaching, training, and participation in plant level continuous improvement activities (PPI, 5S, etc.).
What You'll Need:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering required.
- Co-Op/Internship experience(s)working in an organization that has successfully used continuous improvement methodology
- Knowledge or experience in manufacturing philosophy and techniques such as: cellular manufacturing, self-directed work teams, problem solving, 5S, pull systems, mistake proofing, SMED, Kaizen, change management, ergonomics, TQM, learning organizations.
- Working knowledge of Statistical Process Control techniques.
- Knowledge of electrical and mechanical machining equipment, is able to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics, and is capable of setting up and monitoring preventive maintenance systems.
- Effective problem solving, judgment, and independent thinking skills for troubleshooting, repair, and recognition of acceptable or unacceptable product quality.
Who We Are:
Imagine a place where your career can soar, where innovation meets excellence, and where your contributions truly matter. Welcome to Husco.
Here, you’ll find the freedom to shape your work and leave a lasting impact. We believe in empowering you to grow personally and professionally, continuously enhancing your skills and knowledge.
Your role at Husco goes beyond the ordinary – you’ll be at the forefront of supporting teams that develop innovative hydraulic and electro-mechanical systems that enhance efficiency and performance. These products make a real difference globally, building the communities we live in, growing the food that feeds us, and enhancing transportation around the world.
Join our vibrant, industry-leading team and experience a culture that values your creativity, dedication, and drive. Together, we’re not just achieving goals; we’re setting new standards and making a positive impact every day.
(HUSCO IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.)
Company at a glance
Husco is a private, family-owned company with more than 80 years of experience designing and manufacturing hydraulic and electro-mechanical control systems for Automotive and Off-Highway equipment. However, all of that work would not be possible without a highly talented workforce.
Husco is powered by people. We employ diverse, creative employees and provide them with a collaborative and challenging environment to create innovative solutions for the markets we serve.
Our collaborative customer relationships are driven by three essential values: intelligent risk-taking, high performance, and practical innovation. These values are carried out by each and every employee around the globe.
Husco is a fast growing, community-oriented company with facilities in Wisconsin, Iowa, Michigan, England, China, India, Brazil, and Germany, offering careers with vast opportunities for professional advancement and innovation.
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