Manufacturing Engineer

Company: Nefab
Location: Newark
Posted on: June 22, 2022

Job Description:

Job Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing practical solutions for manufacturing processes focused on quality, safety, and efficiency. This professional maintains in-depth knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing process and procedures from raw material receipt through finished product/ packaging.
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Main Responsibilities

• Work directly with manufacturing in a team environment for problem-solving, buy-in, and support of new processes
• Identify manufacturing variability issues and work with Designing team, Production, and Maintenance to reduce or eliminate variation in manufacturing processes.
• Implement Continuous Improvement principles and tools in the manufacturing processes.
• Seek out, research, and develop cost analysis, and justification for new methods, procedures, equipment, and materials.
• Evaluate production capacity capabilities of existing operations and recommend and implement enhancements as needed.
• Work with the ERP systems, evaluating processes, generating reports, and analyzing for the production.
• Provide focused & effective leadership in eliminating EH&S/Ergonomics/Human Factors risks.
• Able to interpret mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical prints, and ladder logic.
• Develop CAD models and CNC programs to support estimating and production requirements
• Understand manufacturing costs and take ownership of manufacturing cost reduction initiatives
• Perform general calculations and design layouts to ensure accuracy and compliance with customer specifications.
• Utilize Lean Six Sigma tools to reduce waste and variation in processes focused on improving KPIs.Minimum Experience And Education Requirements Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering Mechanical, Industrial, Packaging, or other related area is required.
  • Lean Manufacturing experience is a plus.
  • 2+ years of experience in the Manufacturing Industry
  • Project Management experience is preferred
  • Experience with ERP systems is preferred
  • Spanish is a plusSkills And Competencies
    • Ability to manage multiple projects/activities; results-driven.
    • Knowledge of product, logistics, and manufacturing processes.
    • Process-oriented and able to contribute to continuous improvement.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to lead change in a team environment
    • Ability to think strategically and influence others' decision-making
    • Ability to quickly analyze, identify, and implement opportunities and corporate initiatives for improvement that have measurable dollar impact each year.
    • Customer-oriented
    • Detail-oriented
    • Collaborative style and ability to work cross-functionally

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