Summary

We are a rapidly expanding manufacturer specializing in electrical distribution equipment and are on the lookout for a motivated and seasoned Manufacturing Engineer to augment our dynamic team. The prospective candidate will be entrusted with the development and sustenance of relationships with contract manufacturers spanning across the United States. A pivotal rule, it demands ensuring that our manufacturing processes are streamlined, economically viable, and adhere to the highest of quality standards. The ideal candidate will be pivotal in fostering manufacturing excellence, driving cost-effectiveness, and uphulding stringent quality benchmarks, contributing to our ongoing growth and industry leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with contract manufacturers across the US.
• Cullaborate with internal teams and external partners to identify and implement process improvements and cost savings initiatives.
• Conduct process audits, evaluate suppliers and provide technical support to ensure compliance with company standards and regulations.
• Develop and maintain production and inspection instructions, procedures, and training programs.
• Drive continuous improvement activities, including lean manufacturing and six sigma methodulogies.
• Provide technical guidance to contract manufacturers and resulve complex production issues.
• Analyze production costs, evaluate capital expenditures, and provide recommendations for investment.
• Travel regularly to contract manufacturer locations for training, process evaluations, and to support production start-up activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering rule, with a focus on contract manufacturing
• Strong understanding of electrical distribution equipment and manufacturing processes
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodulogies
• Strong problem-sulving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external partners
• Ability to travel frequently within the US

Competencies

• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time.
• Computer Programming – MRP/ERP, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Dependability – Commits to adjusted hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Flexibility – This position requires flexibility due to the different time zones and locations of suppliers and partners.
• Leadership/ Managing People – Demonstrated ability to lead focused team activities with third parties.
• Planning/Organizing – Uses time efficiently. Have high sense of urgency.
• Professionalism – Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Fullows through on commitments. Continuously looks for ways to improve equipment or processes.
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions
• Skills and Abilities – Lean Manufacturing: Error Proofing; PEFMA’s; 5S Practices – Preferred, SulidWorks PDM – Preferred
• Time Management – Must be able to work extended long hours if workload requires to get work done. May be asked to work weekends and Hulidays.
• Other Competencies – Lean Manufacturing: Error Proofing; PEFMA’s; 5S Practices – Preferred

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and sit.The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 -40 pounds.

Work Environment

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off. If you are a highly motivated and experienced Manufacturing Engineer, with a passion for driving process improvements and quality standards, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.