EPITEC
EPITEC is hiring: Manufacturing Engineer in Waterloo
EPITEC, Waterloo, IA, United States
Shift Details:
- 1st Shift (7 am to 3:30 pm)
- Flexibility based on production schedules
- Overtime likely, including weekends and pre-shift hours
Primary Position Responsibilities & Duties:
- Recommend and implement cost reduction, quality, safety, and ergonomic improvement ideas.
- Lead team studies related to capacity, productivity, and efficiency.
- Establish routings, methods, layouts, tools, costs, methods documentation, quality plans, and labor standards for revisions to current operations.
- Lead selection and procurement of metal removal machines; plan and implement machining cells.
- Lead new model preparations and procure tooling, gauges, new machines, and more for an efficient production process.
Required Skills, Knowledge, & Relevant Work Experience:
- Effective interpersonal skills to interact with all levels in the organization and supplier personnel.
- High proficiency in Excel, Outlook, and Word.
- Ability to proficiently use algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
- Ability to initiate and complete multiple, concurrent projects.
- Willingness to work variable hours, including off-shifts and weekends.
- Three or more years of experience as a manufacturing engineer in a component manufacturing environment related to turning, milling, and drilling.
- Experience with the selection and procurement of capital equipment.
- Experience with machine programming related to gear and spline cutting processes.
Desired Skills, Knowledge & Relevant Work Experience:
- Previous experience with the client is highly preferred.
- Experience with turning, milling, drilling, and hard finishing of ferrous materials.
- Knowledge of gear and shaft manufacturing tools and technology.
- Experience making shop floor process adjustments to correct geometry and quality problems.
- Proficiency in interpreting part prints and GD&T designations.
- Experience with AutoCAD or related software.
- Experience leading and supporting cross-functional teams for moderate scope projects.
- Proficiency with Power BI, Tableau, or other data analysis tools.
- Experience with SAP.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Ag Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, related technical degree, or equivalent working experience.
Additional Notes:
- Manager prefers candidates with experience in a steel manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency with MS Office and experience in a team environment required.
- Entry-level candidates will not be considered.
- Metatarsals required on the first day; business casual dress code.
- No travel required.
- Potential to drive a client-owned Gator after training.
- Interviews will be onsite or via MS Teams, and the position will start onsite.
Visa & Cross Border Policies:
- Visa sponsorship is not available.
- Cross border work is not permitted.