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Pennsylvania Transformer Technology LLC

Pennsylvania Transformer Technology LLC is hiring: Manufacturing Engineer in Rae

Pennsylvania Transformer Technology LLC, Raeford, NC, United States, 28376


Pennsylvania Transformer Technology, LLC.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Manufacturing Engineer

EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/31/2024

REPORTS TO: Manager ~ Quality, Productivity, and Strategic Projects

LOCATION: Raeford, PA

STATUS: Exempt

POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Industrial Engineer will find ways to prevent waste and inefficiency in production processes. They will design efficient systems that integrate workers, information, machines, energy, and materials to make products or provide services. The Industrial Engineer will also design equipment to coordinate production planning and to issues and costs while ensuring products meet quality standards. They will help design, develop, and maintain manufacturing routes to maximize effectiveness, efficiency, and space. The Industrial Engineer will also make sure that the company complies with all industry standards for safety while meeting design standards and guidelines. They will also work in a support role as needed on less complex projects.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Industrial Engineer has responsibility to support, improve, implement, and evaluate processes based on requirements by management. Specific responsibilities include, but are limited to the following:
  • Review production information to understand methods and activities in manufacturing and services to provide management with data and statistics for process improvement. This includes, but is not limited to, production schedules, process flows and engineering specs.
  • Support production supervisors with the use of production and productivity systems
  • Design control systems to minimize and resolve production issues and project costs.
  • Create and improve production systems and processes to ensure all products meet quality and safety standards.
  • Develop standards and work instruction for production by collaborating with stakeholders.
  • Implement new manufacturing capabilities as the company invests in new technologies.
  • Champion improvement projects across the various manufacturing processes.
  • Ensure all machinery and tools are used correctly and maintained regularly to promote a culture of safety and quality.
  • Provide leadership with decision-making information by calculating cost improvements or estimated future requirements.
  • Propose new production layouts or workflow ideas and maintain supporting shop floor layout.
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge, searching for new manufacturing methodologies.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
  • Knowledge of production processes, costs, quality control, raw materials, and other methods for maximizing the efficient manufacture and distribution of goods.
  • Advanced knowledge of automation, machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair and maintenance.
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles to minimize waste and improve productivity.
  • Ability to design and understand precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
  • Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software like AutoCAD and SolidWorks for designing and modifying parts and assemblies and creating factory layouts
  • Skills in planning, executing, and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget.
  • Understanding of regulatory compliance (OSHA standards) in the design and use of plant and equipment
  • Verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of management
  • Time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment, handling various tasks and changing priorities, while maintaining a high attention to detail and accuracy to achieve daily assignments and goals.
  • Ability to analyze, review, and make recommendations for improvement
  • Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot technically challenging problems.

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree specializing in Industrial Engineering or related field.
  • Experience in the Transformer industry preferred
  • Assignment complexity-Generally works on simple to moderately complex work assignments. Articulates in analyzing potential problems, provides options and implements agreed solutions.
  • Accountability-Works under limited supervision with freedom to act within the guidelines of his responsibilities.
  • Impact of Decisions- Has contributory or shared decision impact. Erroneous decisions may have limited effect on results.


PHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS

Ability to lift 30 lbs., work in extreme hot and cold weather, must stand for long periods of time, will be exposed to loud noise levels, operate hand and power tools for long periods of time. Work in an environment with dirt, grease, and dust.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Monday through Friday. Shift, weekend, and overtime as required.

SAFETY

Takes appropriate measures to ensure safety in the workplace; attends monthly safety meetings as required, and for new employees and incorporates various principles into daily work activities to ensure compliance; notifies manager immediately (within 24 hours) of workplace injury and ensures appropriate policies and procedures are followed; reports potential safety hazards immediately to manager.

DISCLAIMER CLAUSE

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical job demands and working conditions associated with the position.