Manufacturing Engineer

Plastic Distributors and Fabricators, LLC (PDF), an Evantic company, is a leading ISO 9001 certified manufacturer specializing in CNC machined, fabricated, and thermoformed plastic components, along with aluminum machining. We are proud to offer a competitive salary, 401(k) with a generous company match, paid time off, medical, disability, life insurance, and a supportive, safety-focused, work environment.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, integrating, and improving manufacturing systems or related processes. This position is responsible for helping to establish a continuous improvement culture across the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develops product cost, bill of materials, routings, and document changes for designated areas.

Assists in the planning, development, and costing of new products and processes.

Assists in the development of tooling and fixtures required for production operations.

Supports the Quality Assurance team in root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Troubleshoots new or existing product problems involving designs, materials, or processes.

Manages small to medium projects in a team environment.

Supports, develops, and implements plant layouts, cell designs, standard work (process sheets), set-up reduction, quick changeovers, inventory pull systems, line side replenishment, continuous flow, mistake proofing, and total productive maintenance.

Identifies opportunities or implements changes to improve products or reduce costs using knowledge of fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment, assembly methods, quality control standards, or product design, materials and parts.

Applies continuous improvement methods such as lean manufacturing to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness.

Prepares documentation for new manufacturing processes or engineering procedures.

Interacts with vendors as needed or directed.

Provides technical expertise or support related to manufacturing.

Incorporates new technology, methods, and processes to improve existing operations.

Reviews product designs for manufacturability or completeness.

Assists in the training of operators in new or existing processes.

Designs, oversees acquisition and installation, or troubleshoots manufacturing equipment.

Performs any other assigned duty as directed by management.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelors Degree in Engineering discipline.

Strong problem-solving abilities.

Ability to read and understand technical drawings, manuals, blueprints, and industry or customer specifications.

Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Office 365 environment and apps is a plus.

Committed, dedicated, and self-motivated work ethic, taking full ownership of projects or assigned tasks.

The desire to strive for continuous improvement and excellence within a fast-paced growth environment.

PREFERRED SKILLS

Familiarity with Six Sigma & Lean Manufacturing.

Previous experience in manufacturing environment.

Familiarity with chemical vapor polishing, thermo-forming, machining, and fabrication equipment and processes.

Familiarity with SolidWorks or similar 3D solid modeling.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is :

Continually required to stand or walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.

Regularly required to reach with hands and arms.

Occasionally required to sit.

The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 35 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

The company will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is :

Occasionally subjected to fumes or airborne particles.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.  This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').

Evantic is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, military or veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Salary is dependent upon experience.

Compensation details : 70400-120000 Yearly Salary

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