Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Metals - Springfield, MA

• Become a key player with a well known automotive manufacturer!
• Great benefits and opportunities for upward mobility!

About Our Client

My client is a well known Automotive Manufacturer that has several small production sites around Springfield, MA, with roughly 300 employees total. They have been around for over a hundred years and work primarily with metal materialscreate their state of the art products.

Job Description

In this role you will report to the Manufacturing Manager and be responsible for:

• Recommending process improvements, problem-solving strategies, and employee training initiatives.
• Enhancing manufacturing processes and methods to achieve cost reduction, quality improvement, and increased efficiency.
• Developing and presenting implementation plans, including team member training and deployment coordination.
• Monitoring manufacturing equipment processes to ensure optimal performance.
• Leading investigations into manufacturing abnormalities, identifying root causes, and proposing effective countermeasures.
• Identifying opportunities for safety improvements and risk mitigation.
• Supporting capacity analysis and ROI evaluations for current and future manufacturing plans.
• Assisting in time studies, capital planning, and other initiatives alongside the Manufacturing Engineering (ME) team.
• Aiding in refining production control systems, standard operating procedures, safety protocols, quality control, and training programs.
• Coordinating the launch of new or revised products by setting goals, training team members, and assessing outcomes.
• Designing, developing, testing, and/or procuring tools, machinery, and equipment to support recommended manufacturing methods.
• Conducting product and process analyses to achieve cost savings, quality enhancements, and operational efficiency.
• Representing the manufacturing department on cross-functional teams to drive collaborative success.
• Assembling mechanical and electronic devices and systems, referencing engineering specifications, blueprints, and layouts.
• Demonstrating expertise in PLC programming and troubleshooting.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful candidate will have:

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience
• CAD drawing, tooling, and fixturing skills
• Hands on trouble shooting and problem solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Math and computer skills
• High volume/ fast paced manufacturing environment preferred
• Metals experience a plus!

What's on Offer

The candidate will receive:

• Competitive salary and potential for salary growth
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and vacation/sick leave
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• A positive work environment that values collaboration and innovation
• Work-life balance and flexible scheduling options
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and resources
• Engaging and challenging projects that foster skill development
• Supportive and inclusive company culture
• Networking opportunities within the industry
• Potential for performance-based bonuses or incentives.

Contact

Abigail Emison

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