Manufacturing Engineer

Plan, direct, and support manufacturing processes in a CNC machining environment. Research and resolve production problems, establish, and implement standard requirements for equipment, tooling, and methods. Determine best utilization of equipment, material, and personnel. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide engineering support to business/production unit Develop, evaluate, design and improve manufacturing methods, materials and tooling Analyze, plan, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency Confer with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods Quote internal and external business opportunities Confer with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts Estimate production times and related costs to provide information for management decisions Confer with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes Apply statistical methods to evaluate and improve process capability and estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential COMPETENCIES NECESSARY FOR SUCCESS: Knowledge of CNC machine tools, programming, controls, and capabilities Knowledge of cutting tools, work-holding, and fixturing methods Skilled in manufacturing process review/development Strong understanding of lean process improvements Work with integrity and uphold organizational values Develop strategies to achieve organizational goals Meet challenges with resourcefulness original thinking and creativity Prioritize and plan work activities and uses time efficiently Meet challenges with resourcefulness, original thinking and creativity