Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Durex Industries

$105K — $125K *
Cary, NC 27513In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS Degree in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, industrial technology, or equivalent (experience accepted in lieu of degree)
  • Minimum 7 years' experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams
  • Familiarity with assembly, CNC machining, metal forming, fabrication, or foundry operations
  • Proficient in 2D/3D drafting software for creating and interpreting technical drawings
  • Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office, particularly Excel
  • Working knowledge of ERP and MES systems
  • Lean manufacturing experience
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and optimize existing manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
  • Design and implement specialized tooling and fixtures for manufacturing
  • Create manufacturing equipment programs
  • Develop and maintain documentation like work instructions and SOPs for process consistency
  • Collaborate with quality assurance to define standards and implement corrective actions
  • Work with design engineering on production methods and tooling
  • Lead cross-functional teams on equipment implementation and continuous improvement projects
  • Ensure safety compliance and promote safety initiatives in the workplace
  • Consult with procurement and suppliers to select appropriate materials and processes

Benefits

  • Fostering of equal opportunities and inclusivity in the workplace
  • Commitment to high hiring standards and anti-discrimination policies
  • Opportunity to work in a diverse range of industries
Full Job Description
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

The Role:The senior manufacturing engineer is responsible for leading the development and optimization of manufacturing processes through the evaluation of products and production methods. This role provides technical leadership to both engineering and operations teams by driving process improvements, designing and implementing manufacturing processes, and deploying automated or semi-automated equipment and advanced manufacturing technologies. The senior ME may oversee the work of interns and technicians and will lead cross functional teams.
Your Responsibilities:
  • Analyze existing manufacturing processes, identify areas for improvement and implement optimized processes to increase efficiency, reduce waste and lower production costs.
  • Design and implement of specialized tooling and fixtures for manufacturing.
  • Create programs for manufacturing equipment
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including work instructions, process flows and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and repeatability in the manufacturing process.
  • Work closely with the quality assurance team to establish quality standards, conduct process audits and implement corrective actions to maintain adherence to quality requirements.
  • Work with the design engineering team on product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
  • Lead cross functional teams in equipment and process implementation and continuous improvement projects.
  • Ensure manufacturing processes comply with health and safety regulations and implement safety initiatives to create a safe working environment.
  • Collaborate with the procurement team and suppliers to identify suitable materials and processes by considering cost, availability and performance requirements.

Our Requirements:
  • BS Degree in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, industrial technology or equivalent highly preferred but experience in lieu of education is acceptable.
  • Minimum 7 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience leading successful cross functional teams
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas: assembly, CNC machining, metal forming and fabrication or foundry operations
  • Experience creating and interpreting technical drawings in 2D/3D drafting software including layouts and product drawings.
  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge in MS Office and specifically in Excel
  • Working knowledge of ERP and MES systems
  • Lean manufacturing experience
  • Must have excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledge of certification standards (ISO, TS, etc.) a plus

Pay Range: $105,000 - $125,000

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