Manufacturing Engineer

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Summary of Position

The Manufacturing Engineer will support Business Unit team members in problem solving, Lean and Continuous Improvement activities, and process development. The candidate will focus on improving product quality, production efficiency and reducing waste in our extrusion process.

Responsibilities

• Shall adhere to all safety, health and environmental procedures, policies and practices.
• Comply with all QMS / EMS / ISO procedures and work instructions.
• Optimize current process and develop new extrusion processes.
• Ensure all Manufacturing Engineering activities are carried out safely and address unsafe practices.
• Support and understand the JAC Products Development System (JPDS) and deliver all ME deliverables under JPDS.
• Verify BOM accuracy for parts manufactured on assigned cells.
• Support packaging development and ensure BOMs & packaging instructions are accurate.
• Prepare project cost estimates, budgets, ROI, and CARs.
• Work with Launch Managers, Facility Tooling, and Equipment Suppliers to develop assembly fixtures and equipment.
• Ensure work cells are set-up properly to meet run-rate and specifications.
• Develop and maintain process work instructions.
• Participate in quality stand-downs and use problem-solving tools (8D, 5Why, Fishbone, DOE).
• Track cell metrics : scrap, downtime, change-over, repair / FTY, labor efficiency.
• Maintain job books for each part number.
• Lead productivity and cost-reducing activities and support continuous improvement.
• Implement lean manufacturing concepts on assigned cells and involve operators, maintenance, and tooling personnel.
• Implement Engineering Changes for assigned cells and ensure documentation for PPAP.
• Assist in audits of the Quality Management System for assigned cells.
• Train Business Unit team members and operators on safety devices, manufacturing build process, standard work, PFMEA, work instructions, cell layout, and metrics.
• Interface with suppliers on processes, productivity, and product improvements.

Skills & Competencies

Preferred Education

Preferred Experience

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Location

Auburn Hills, MI

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