Manufacturing Engineer - Level 1CountryUnited States of America
State / County California
City Irvine
Division Fasteners
Company SLC
Function Engineering
Workplace Type On-Site
Position type Full Time
Opportunity ID 24358
Job Description Location Profile: Headquartered in Irvine, CA, Shur-Lok manufactures fastening systems with superior locking devices for critical requirements including engine module assembly, structural assembly, rotor blade attachment, and aircraft engine shaft and spindle applications. Operations at the Irvine location include: CNC Machining, CNC Waterjet Cutting, Laser Marking, Heat Treating, NDT, and EDM.
Position Summary: The Manufacturing Engineer shall support the business in areas of product development; process improvement; daily production support; project manage key programs; analyze and interpret technical data (engineering drawings, specifications, purchase orders, etc.) and create shop routings, operations sheets, tools, and other necessary processes and equipment to produce a high quality product.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities: - Develop and write detailed instructions for the manufacture of products.
- Analyze production data and look for trends indicating potential problems and develop solutions for potential problems.
- Provide process control systems in the form of instructions, standards, data collection and feedback loops.
- Utilize PCC toolbox such as Lean Six Sigma in order to improve factory performance.
- Create tooling and fixtures to support production needs.
Required Skills:- Ability to read documents such as safety rules, operating and manufacturing instructions, blueprints and procedure manuals in English.
- Excellent computer skills with expertise in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- ERP system knowledge.
- CAD or 3D modeling system operation knowledge a plus.
- Ability to think spatially and creatively at an advanced level.
- Strong understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
- Must have proven experience in performing time studies and setting routing standards.
- Ability to analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency and safety.
- Proven high level of creative problem solving ability.
- Uses Inspection equipment: Calipers, Micrometers.
Desired Skills:- Highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently as well as work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Strong oral and written communication skills - must be able to write detailed reports, correspondence and procedures
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Experience & Education - Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering or related engineering degree.
- 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
- Must have the ability to reason and arrive at conclusions with minimum help and have a basic understanding of statistics.
- Advanced math skills including statistical analysis and trigonometry required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and CAD software (SolidWorks) required.
- Must be able to demonstrate teamwork, collaboration, creativity, and innovation.
- Self-motivated with strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively prepare and deliver technical reports and presentations.
- Working knowledge and application of Lean Six Sigma.
- Ability to lead and function in a team environment, while effectively communicating across various levels of the organization.
- Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Certification is a plus.
- CNC programming is a plus
- Understanding of standard machining tooling is a plus (drills, taps, inserts, reamers, etc.)
Physical Demand:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk, sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $79,500 to $119,300 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 2X the Company's bonus multiple, based on the Company's performance in the applicable quarter. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.
