Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
8+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing or engineering.
Proficient in MS365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive).
Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Strong interpersonal skills for managing sensitive issues and team dynamics.
Responsibilities
Perform Safety Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (SFMEA) for processes.
Develop detailed work instructions for shop processes.
Train new mechanics and create training programs.
Engage in problem solving to address operational issues.
Collaborate with leaders to manage efficient project execution.
Provide technical support for manufacturing processes and safety.
Coordinate the procurement of advanced machine tools and technologies.
Benefits
Opportunity to work onsite at Peoria Proving Ground.
Engagement in creative problem-solving and innovative projects.
Involvement with cutting-edge manufacturing processes and technology.
Collaboration with a diverse team of engineers and operations leaders.
Professional development through training program creation.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer 4
Location: IL-Peoria - Onsite
Duration: 12 months
Education & Experience Required:
Minimum Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical engineering or another technical or engineering discipline. 8 or more years related experience required.
Excellent interpersonal skills are required to deal with sensitive issues, develop others, or persuade others inside and outside the department to take specific actions.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma.
Previous experience evaluating processes and technical solutions.
Computer skills: PowerBi, PowerAutomate, Visio, MS Access
Soft Skills
(Required)
Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem-solving ability.
Team player and detail oriented.
Displays attributes of a critical thinker and leverages innovative ideas.
Position's Contributions to Work Group:
As a Manufacturing Engineer you will function as a specialist within the Peoria Proving Ground ecosystem. Work assignments may be specialized in nature but may also be broad based with coordination between other staff personnel to complete projects.
Typical task breakdown:
Perform Safety Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (SFMEA) for existing and new shop processes.
Develop detailed work instructions for existing and improved shop processes.
Train new experimental mechanics and develops training programs to ensure functional expertise is achieved.
Engage in creative problem solving to address operational issues including ergonomic/ safety, efficiency improvements, process bottlenecks, quality concerns.
Work with operations leaders and machine engineers to develop and manage projects that ensure efficient and cost-effective systems and processes are in place to produce quality service for machine product groups.
Provide manufacturing technical support in process control and safety.
Coordinate the purchase and application of machine tools, controls and related equipment corporate wide to ensure the latest technology is being used to increase efficiency and safety of operations.
Design complex or intricate jigs and fixtures.
Adheres to established standards, policies and practices relating to quality, cost reduction, safety, ergonomics, etc. in performing assigned duties.
