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Description

Join the 125-year legacy of Potter Electric Signal Co. Potter has been a part of the St. Louis community since 1898 and we are very proud of our rich history in the fire and life safety industry. Potter's mission is to be the "Symbol of Protection" for fire and life safety solutions worldwide by combining the latest technology in fire protection with the dedicated manpower for which we have been known for over one hundred years. Our vision is to provide industry leading quality solutions, products and services for the protection of life, property and the environment. With unwavering dedication to our customers, Potter looks to continue as the industry standard in both product and service with increased focus on international expansion.

Description

Join the 125-year legacy of Potter Electric Signal Co. Potter has been a part of the St. Louis community since 1898 and we are very proud of our rich history in the fire and life safety industry. Potter's mission is to be the "Symbol of Protection" for fire and life safety solutions worldwide by combining the latest technology in fire protection with the dedicated manpower for which we have been known for over one hundred years. Our vision is to provide industry leading quality solutions, products and services for the protection of life, property and the environment. With unwavering dedication to our customers, Potter looks to continue as the industry standard in both product and service with increased focus on international expansion.

Each employee at Potter takes great pride in knowing that every product we assemble, service, and sell is for the purpose of saving lives around the world. We strive to provide employment opportunities to those individuals who are performance driven, team players, take pride in their work, and are enthusiastic and passionate about their job.

Potter Global Technologies and our private equity firm, KKR, value our employees and all that they do. KKR offers a unique benefit and opportunity for all employees to participate in an ownership program of Potter Global Technologies. Being a co-owner allows each employee to play a more direct role in the business itself and reap the financial benefits of the Company’s success.

Summary Of The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes and systems to enhance efficiency, quality, and productivity. This position will play a crucial role in streamlining operations, reducing costs, and maintaining high product quality throughout the manufacturing process.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Provide technical support and problem-solving skills for the Manufacturing department to meet quality and quantity objectives.
• Review ECO’s and implement new work instructions, tooling, and any training that might be needed for plant assembly.
• Investigate production problems to determine causes and to recommend corrective actions.
• Write work instructions for new manufacturing processes.
• Train supervisors and operators in accordance with work instructions.
• Initiate continuous improvement activities.
• Provide technical support for Maintenance personnel.
• Acting liaison between Manufacturing, Maintenance, QC, R&D, and Purchasing departments.
• Design Jigs and fixtures to aid in assembly processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and Solid Works
  
  

Qualifications

Work Environment/Physical Demands/Travel

This job operates in a professional business office or home office where standard office equipment is routinely used, such as computers, photocopy machines, fax machines, telephones and filing cabinets. In addition, this job also operates in a warehouse/manufacturing setting where various tools and equipment are used. This role must be able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel and exhibit good visual acuity to perform daily tasks.

This position must be able to lift 50 pounds at times. Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Minimum of 2 years of applicable experience.
• Willingness to be hands-on within the manufacturing floor.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a medium volume manufacturing environment.
• Machine and fixture design experience.
• PLC Software (GE Proficiency Machine Edition) experience.
  
  

This is a full-time position, on-site at the manufacturing facility. The hours of work are Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. An occasional shift in hours may be necessary to accommodate business needs.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Activities, duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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