MANUFACTURING ENGINEER |KANSAS CITY, MO

FULL TIME | SALARY | $82,000

What you'll do:

SUMMARY:
TheManufacturing Engineer position is responsible for optimizing manufacturing andtroubleshooting production problems, planning, and designing manufacturingplant floor layouts to properly locate and co-ordinate equipment and materialfor efficient production. Additional responsibilities include, but are notlimited to; preparing time studies, project planning/management, includingmanaging budgets, supporting Production, developing, and maintaining systemsneeded to drive continuous improvement in areas of cost, quality, safety, leadtime and use of working capital.

JOBRESPONSIBILITIES:
• Evaluate tools and equipment process options that will reduce cost in theoperation
• Seek approval for investments in machinery and equipment that will improvemanufacturing / assembly operations
• Produce engineering drawings for and design fixturing / tooling
• Implement lean manufacturing principles such as visual controls, pull inventorysystems within a process, workplace organization and continuous improvement
• Provide manufacturing technical support for production operations, whichincludes tooling, fixturing and process troubleshooting utilizing existingsystems and procedures, as well as investigate new technologies, methods, andprocesses to improve existing operations
• Monitor and correct safety / ergonomic issues
• Support the CI (Continuous Improvement) team to develop and organize leanevents
• Actively participate in the WOW (War On Waste) team or program and assist inthe implementation of WOW events
• Support the NPI (New Product Introduction) process; evaluating new projects fortooling and equipment needs
• Drive continuous improvement and eliminate waste in all manufacturingfacilities
• Aid in workstation load balancing for all manufacturing areas
• Verify, review, and implement torque specifications as well as high risk partspecifications
• Track welder certifications and make necessary adjustments based onrequirements
• Manage plant and campus layouts, including, but not limited to, productionlines and stations, office space, parking lots and warehousing
• Investigate problems, determine root cause, and implement corrective andpreventative actions by communicating with and assisting cross-functional teams(quality, engineering, production, materials, purchasing, etcetera) to resolveissues
• Read current literature, talk with colleagues, participate in educationalprograms, attend workshops, or participate in professional organizations orconferences to keep abreast of developments in the manufacturing field
• Knowledge of SPS and core procedures
• Other tasks as assigned

What you need to be successful:
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering orrelated field
• Minimumof 5 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education andexperience
• Experience with working a low volume/high variation manufacturing operation
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines, manage, andmaintain budgets
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize work and stay on task
• Innovative team player
• Intermediate computer skills are required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, MS Project, MSPowerPoint) and computer aided design systems (SolidWorks and AutoCADpreferred)
• Good hands-on engineering skills and ability to work on production equipment
• Sound judgment with the ability to make timely, and sometimes difficult,decisions
• Ability to work with some direction and be effective in a fast-pacedenvironment while being versatile, flexible, and willing to work withinconstantly changing priorities
• Able to:
oEffectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
oUnderstand safety requirements and cautions
• Strong:
oCommunication skills, verbal and written
oInterpersonal skills
oOrganizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Why Aebi Schmidt Group?
Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That's why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance-so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
• Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
• Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care

At Aebi Schmidt Group, we don't just offer benefits-we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!