The Production Engineer 3 is responsible for the continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, fabrication and assembly, cost reduction initiatives, processing of engineering changes, and introduction of new products. Also provides guidance and mentoring to junior engineers, technicians, and operations support staff. Capable of development of project plans, execution of capital projects and significant activities requiring a multi-functional team. The Production Engineer (PE) is a team player, results oriented, dedicated to excellence and strong work ethics.
Position Responsibilities may include:
- Establish continuous improvement goals and execute action plans.
- Utilize proven lean manufacturing abilities to identify opportunities for cost reduction, increased quality, workflow improvements, estimating, project analysis, technology development and core manufacturing skill set.
- Participate and Lead DOE (Design of experiments), 8D (Eight Disciplines of team-oriented problem-solving), FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis), 6 Sigma and DFM (Design for Manufacturing) analysis and implementation of Kaizen activities.
- Work with Design Engineers to revise, and sustain HVAC product, tooling and machine designs utilizing knowledge of mechanical engineering principles; provide manufacturing technical resource to Design Project teams.
- Support junior engineers, technicians, and support staff.
- Develop and manage project schedules related to existing product launches or design modifications.
- Document product designs by preparing cost analysis, review drawings, and engineering change requests.
- Actively participate with other team members in redesigning internal components to improve overall long-term system quality, improve efficiency and reduce cost.
- Develop engineering solutions to product related issues through problem solving and root cause analysis techniques.
- Participate on cross functional teams to launch product modifications, resolve issues, and support product improvements.
- Plans small to medium projects and release of new processes, including obtaining quotes, preparing Capital Approval Requests (CAR), issue requisitions and PO's.
- Oversees CAPEX (Capital Expenditure) development until projects full implementation.
- Project and process communicator.
- Coordinate project work internally with the department and externally with other departments to ensure on-time completion of projects within budget.
- Develop suppliers for manufacturing equipment, develop key suppliers, create an environment of continuous improvement in equipment UPTIME, EFFICIENCY & QUALITY.
- Perform additional projects/duties to support ongoing business needs.
Nature & Scope:
- Applies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience.
- Manages projects and processes while working independently and with limited supervision.
- Coaches and reviews the work of lower-level professionals.
- Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex; takes a new perspective on existing solutions.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of manufacturing engineering theory, processes, and practice.
- Lean manufacturing concepts - Kaizen, value stream mapping, Kanban, demand flow technology; line balancing & time studies.
- Skilled in two or more of the following areas - fabrication/stamping of aluminum or steel parts, tooling, molding, finishing, tubing fabrication, paint, assembly/manufacturing processes, and/or controls.
- Knowledge of specifications and standards used in the HVAC industry.
- Proficient at core manufacturing documentation and all aspects of manufacturing in a high-volume environment and engineering change processes.
- Proven capability with PFMEAs, Process Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, DFA/DFM, and operator instructions, engineering change processes.
- Proven capability to handle multiple projects and capable to coach technicians and others on the proper manufacturing core skills.
- Software skills including MS Office Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, and Mapics, 3D Model Software.
- Effective analytical and problem-solving skills and compliance oriented and attention to detail.
- Effective organizational and time management skills.
- Effective project management skills.
- Effective interpersonal & collaboration skills and ability to work with teams.
- Demonstrated proficiency in technical disciplines within the processes.
- Able to design complete process for multiple product families.
- Excellent written and verbal skills with the ability to speak for the team technically.
- Ability to apply good judgement, strong work ethics and integrity on the job.
Competency:
Experience:
- 6-8 years minimum experience in a production/manufacturing engineer role with documented examples of process design and implementation in assembly HVAC environment preferred, or automotive, appliance industry.
Education/Certification:
- Bachelor's Degree - Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or Systems Engineering required.
- Masters Degree preferred
- Six Sigma certification preferred
People Management: No
Physical Requirements / Work Environment:
- Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Prolonged periods of sitting and working from a computer.
- Travel requirement of up to 20% (for Equipment Run off).
- Standing, walking, bending, stooping, etc. to move, view and transfer product.
- May be required to lift, carry, and/or move up to 40lbs.
- High volume manufacturing environment with forklift traffic - PPE required.
- May have higher noise volume in areas - hearing protection required.
Reports To: Manager, Production Engineering
