Manufacturing Engineer

The Structures Company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Columbia, MO

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the application of engineering support activities in the preparation for production of customer parts and assemblies.
• Develop and execute Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) processes
• Layout Assembly, Integration and Test (AI&T) flow for production parts
• Capture and communicate Declared Material and Process List (DML / PL)
• Establish manufacturing flow and inspection points (KIP / MIP)
• Perform risk reduction in Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
• Lend in root cause analysis and create preventative and corrective action plans
• Aid Engineering in creation of production Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) to ensure compliance with customer’s key product characteristics
• Design Control Plans to counteract such issues as counterfeit parts and contamination
• Ensure all manufacturing processes (i.e., welding, heat treat, braze, vacuum furnace, NDT, laser, EDM, etc.) and tooling conform to customer, organizational, and governmental regulations
• Establish and implements process controls
• Ensure that all manufacturing processes produce the highest quality and most cost-effective parts.
• Investigate, analyze and provide solutions to problems for processes and product nonconformance.
• Develop statistical systems to analyze data and specifications to control and continually improve products and processes.
• Assist in responding to customer Request for Quotes (RFQ’s)
• Work concurrently with manufacturing and quality to assist with technical needs
• Develop new processes and revise existing processes to facilitate the improvement of production effectiveness
• Support company policy, procedures, and safety policies
• Work with Engineering Manager on implementation of new / revised policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications :

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering from an accredited university
• 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience preferred, with a preference in basic manufacturing operations, machining, forming, welding, brazing and / or heat treat
• Experience outlining manufacturing processes for parts and assemblies and providing work instruction to manufacturing.
• Proven track record of scheduling and organizational skills in order to complete assigned functions.
• Proficient at reading, analyzing and interpreting customer drawings, specifications, procedures, and standards
• Proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with computer systems and basic software and Microsoft Office; experience with CAD.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization, including internal and external.
• Must be able to manage multiple projects and manage established deadlines.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in thermal management or electronics cooling, including two-phase heat transfer
• Experience in the aerospace industry preferred.
• Lean manufacturing experience
• Metal working experience with aluminum, copper, titanium, nickel and superalloys
• Experience in air or spaceborne platforms product development

100% employer-paid health / dental / vision premiums for employee

For immediate consideration, please send resumes to Gus Sanchez - [email protected]

The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities.

Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients.

They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service.

We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States.

ITAR Definition

Under 120.14 of the ITAR a U.S. person is defined as a person who is a lawful permanent resident of the United States . A lawful permanent resident is further defined by 8 U.

S.C. 1101(a)(20). A U.S. Person is also a protected individual which is defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA / EOE)