Manufacturing Engineer II Job at Life Fitness in Anoka

Join us as we empower the world to work out, creating healthier lives together.About the Opportunity:JOB PURPOSE:The Manufacturing Engineer II supports manufacturing projects to ensure schedule and financial adherence to established divisional goals and objectives.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Drive continuous improvement efforts in the plant in terms of safety, quality, cost and deliveryDevelop value stream maps, standard work/process sheets, routings, capacity analysis, and line layouts to assist continuous improvement effortsUtilize Lean Six-Sigma concepts to eliminate waste, reduce process variation, increase production throughout, and improve material flow and part availability (PFEP/line replenishment)Conduct and participate in Kaizen events and train line workers to drive Lean principles like Kanban and one-piece flowAssist in tooling and fixture design, fabrication, and installation, to ensure quality specifications and drive process improvementSeek process optimization through capital equipment justification and acquisition and introduction of new technologies into existing processesDevelop/maintain Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (PFMEA)Provide manufacturing engineering support to new product introductions using the tools/methods and the PACE processParticipate proactively in cross-functional teamsPerform other duties as assignedREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Three (3) years experience in a lean manufacturing environmentB.S. in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalentMust possess strong understanding of Lean principles/methods including Value Stream Maps, 5S, Kaizen, etc.Must be a "hands-on" problem-solver with the ability to multi-task on several projects and maintain high quality and timeliness of deliverablesMust have strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to effectively communicate with all areas of the organizationMust be able to apply root cause analysis and problem-solving toolsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferredProficient in Microsoft Office skills, experience with Oracle and/or Solid WorksWant to take the next step in your career? Life Fitness takes pride in our talented employees and believes in providing opportunities for further growth and advancement. We encourage you to test your strengths, push your limits, and unleash your potential. If you feel the position is right for you, we invite you to apply. We'll work with you closely to support you throughout the hiring process. If your CV/ resume shows that your skills and experience have synergy with the job description, then we'll hop on a call to get to know you and your experience and discuss the position in more detail. If it's not the right opportunity this time, we'll always let you know. Life Fitness is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. Life Fitness complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.There continues to be a significant increase in phishing attempts across all industries where fraudsters are impersonating real employees and sending fictitious job offers to applicants in a scheme to obtain sensitive information. Please note that Life Fitness will never ask for your financial information at any part of the interview process, including the post-offer stage, and will only correspond through "@lifefitness.com" or "@indoorcycling.com" domain email addresses or "lifefitness@myworkday.com" for U.S. opportunities. Life Fitness does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors.