Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

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Be a part of helping people live healthy lives as our new Manufacturing Engineer.

SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Engineer will identify operational and process improvement opportunities; manage all phases of capital projects from conception to completion; work with operations and departments across the organization to identify and support continuous improvement projects using data analysis and input from Associates; and identify and develop automation and technological processes and systems to support operations. This is a hands-on position.

Projects will be implemented using solid project management processes to meet schedule, cost, and customer satisfaction deliverables. Engineering/reengineering activities will be characterized by accuracy, durability, efficiency and regulatory compliance. (FDA, OSHA, regulatory requirements related to the nutraceutical industry, etc.).  Propose, design, implement, and validate process improvements throughout the facility. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform process and system evaluation of production and production support processes. Identify, define, and lead continuous improvement projects to improve overall efficiencies and reduce downtime and waste.
• Actively participate in Continuous Improvement Initiatives by leading and supporting projects using Lean and Six Sigma principles.
• Responsibility to manage capital projects; including project definition, scope, cost & ROI analysis, scheduling, layout, construction/installation supervision, punch list, and controlling and reporting activities.
• Working knowledge of PLC, automation, drives, etc. to support existing production equipment and systems.
• Participate in selecting, approving, and developing equipment and assemblies to satisfy production, distribution, and facility requirements.
• Design and develop new concepts, devices, and components to improve efficiencies within the facility.
• Develop relationships with outside contractors, equipment suppliers, machine and fabrication shops, etc. to outsource design and fabrication work using minimal internal resources.
• Review equipment and facility layouts, analyze space utilization to reorganize work flow, restructure job duties, maximize operating efficiencies, and address ergonomic issues.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct – None

Indirect – Project Team Members

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical or other related engineering discipline; and three to five years related experience is preferred.  Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Education and experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies is strongly preferred.
• Direct project management experience with capital projects as they relate to new equipment, systems, and processes from project conception through completion is required.
• Working knowledge of PLC basic programming, drives, and controls is required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Project is preferred.