Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Monitor, improve and maintain processes in area of responsibility for transmission components in the Kings Mountain facility through: Development of safe work methods and processes Development of processes in area of responsibility that result in a high level of quality Updating work instructions, posted references, process alerts, control plans, standard work, & related documents Improving the reliability and capability of equipment Evaluating related processes for efficiency, waste reduction, and work balancing (Lean tools: A3, Kaizen) Becoming a Lean Tool expert in A3, VSM and Set Up Reduction Implementation of change through: Evaluate, improve and update PFMEAs per APQP guidelines, Work Instructions and Job Safety Analysis Developing and testing improved fail-safe strategies through part design, 3D printing and testing. Participate in capital planning, investigate equipment alternatives, prepare appropriation justifications, implement equipment, and evaluate results. Assist in the implementation and deployment of actions to ensure compliance with all safety regulations as they apply to areas of responsibility. Participate in meeting plant Environment, Health, and Safety objectives Work with operations, engineering technicians and maintenance technicians on day-to-day production issues Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution Minimum two (2) years experience in a technical role within manufacturing Design experience in ProEngineer or related CAD systems. Experience with 3D printing Understanding PLC related logic and controls and/or Robotics programming and troubleshooting Lean Manufacturing and Project Management knowledge Experience with automated assembly processes Working knowledge and experience manufacturing, specifically, knowledge and operation of automated assembly processes, Lean tools, blue print reading, measurement systems, and working within a structured team environment. Knowledge of the financial side of the business, specifically, departmental budgets, capital planning, profit plan, and production measurement systems. Capability to conduct time studies and implement solutions for bottleneck improvements and line balancing. Knowledge of statistical methods used to analyze process variations. Knowledge of environmental laws and O.S.H.A. rules and regulation. Ability to flex to off-shift coverage when required. Coordination of projects involving many groups such as engineering, production, quality, tool design, EHS.