SMTC is hiring for a Manufacturing Engineer!Benefits Highlights:*401K with company match
*PTO, Paid Holidays
*Tuition Reimbursement
*Medical HRA Plan
*Short term/Long term Disability Insurance, etc.
Overall Responsibilities: The Manufacturing Engineer position assist with the development and implementation of manufacturing processes to maintain proper product functionality as well as cost efficiency.Duties:- Analyze and design lean manufacturing cells using effective systems and simulation tools to optimize, use of space, equipment, material and personnel.
- Assist in developing plant layout in planning rearrangement of facilities, equipment and operations for better utilization of space.
- Work closely with research and development, quality assurance and maintenance personnel to prevent problems with products and tooling/fixtures.
- Ensure all manufacturing safety regulatory policies and procedures are implemented and maintained at all times.
- Stay informed concerning new manufacturing technologies and equipment in order to manufacture and reduce cost through efficiencies.
- Support all current and new product introductions.
- Ensure vendors/subcontractors are manufacturing products according to product specifications.
- Determine and eliminate root causes and diminish occurrences in the manufacturing process.
- Ensure that all manufacturing product specifications are developed and testing procedures are in places before starting up vendors/subcontractors.
- Able to assist in reducing cost through re-engineering product/material.
- Responsible for training vendors/subcontractors on new product launches to meet target date.
- Oversees key projects, processes and performance reports, data and analysis. Plans documentation system
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, or extensive Contract Manufacturing Engineering Experience.
- 7-10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing engineering
- Management experience
- Knowledge or certify Lean Manufacturing & 6 Sigma
Physical/Mental Requirements: - Must be able to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods while operating equipment and reviewing technical data.
- Regularly moves about the manufacturing floor to provide technical support and access machinery.
- Occasionally positions self to access machine components for maintenance or programming.
- Communicates effectively with team members and operators to provide guidance and resolve process-related issues.
- Occasionally transports tools or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
