Manufacturing Engineer - PlayCore Southern Fulfillment Center

Description

Summary

The Process / Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing and improving manufacturing processes by spending lots of time on the production floor studying the current state products & methods and recommending improvements. The Process / Manufacturing Engineer will also manage multiple projects, in varying size, and coordinate the multiple disciplines required to build a timeline and to execute to the project timeline on-time and within budget.

The Process / Manufacturing Engineer is also responsible for product structure and maintenance (BOM and labor routing), engineering change management, process improvements, and cost efficiency improvements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators.
• Develops manufacturing processes by spending lots of time on the production floor studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors.
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, spending time on the production floor to optimize space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Understands continuous improvement techniques and is comfortable running kaizen events on the production floor.
• Analyzes engineering drawings and specifications of proprietary, intercompany and OEM product to determine all materials and designs meet SFC manufacturing and sourcing capabilities.
• Calculates labor and material costs; conducts time study operations and establishes production standards.
• Creates BOM structures based on approved drawings and / or bill of materials.
• Inputs proper sequence of labor operations and routes within and between SFC manufacturing departments and outside routings for services.
• Coordinates engineering and design changes. Documents and communicates entire change cycle from request to implementation.
• Must have a thorough understanding of metal fabrication, powder coating, and shipping processes.
• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. Works independently and as part of a team to complete complex projects in a timely manner and within budget constraints.
• Other duties may be assigned by Manager or Supervisor.

Competencies (check all that apply)

Language Skills

Reasoning Ability

Computer Skills

Physical Demands

Work Environment

Benefits

Competitive wages | 401(k) savings program | Paid vacations | Paid holidays | $2 / hr. shift premium for 2

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shift | Health Insurance including medical and prescription coverage | Dental Insurance | Vision Insurance | Company Paid Life Insurance | Short Term Disability Insurance | Long Term Disability Insurance | Monthly Incentive Bonus Program | Boot Allowance | Safety Glass Allowance

PlayCore and its family of brands considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Qualifications

Education

Associates of Engineering (required)

Experience

3 - 5 years : Manufacturing and plant experience (preferred)

Skills

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