Multimatic Michigan is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to increase company profitability and improve employee working conditions by studying, recommending, and implementing changes to existing and new manufacturing processes.
The successful candidate will collaborate with internal departments on new and existing program engineering requirements and process development.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and coordinate plant and equipment layout improvements, process improvements to prepare the company for Just-In-Time manufacturing and Total Quality Control (TQC)
- Assist in developing and maintaining standard costs for all products
- Coordinate and follow up on the smooth introduction of new products to the company, assist in selecting appropriate suppliers for subcontracted operations
- Research and pursue operational opportunities for improvement to make the company competitive in a JIT Manufacturing Environment
- Advise management of potential problems and opportunities for improvement
- Assist with other projects as requested by the Plant Manager
- Participate in the engineering change (ECN) process by designing/updating Process Failure Mode Effects Analyses (PFMEAs) as needed, reviewing operator instructions, ensuring assembly equipment readiness, packaging requirements are met, and all other Process Engineering tasks are completed on the ECN Checklist before the change effective date
- Maintain regular daily presence on the production floor and provide engineering support to assembly in areas of safety, ergonomic evaluations, methods improvement, procurement, and fabrication of necessary equipment
- Consider all aspects of industrial plant engineering when designing and/or implementing process changes
- Research, investigate, and report manufacturing problems/concerns for improvement
- Implement corrective actions to minimize process downtimes and rejects
- Work in compliance with IATF16949 standards
- Maintain due diligence in regard to environmental matters, minimize potentially harmful accidents, and work in compliance with ISO 14001
- Work in compliance with all legislative requirements of MIOSHA
Qualifications:
- College diploma or university degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a related field or discipline
- Good knowledge of manufacturing processes, production reporting
- Strong technical report writing abilities
- Excellent problem-solving techniques and methods
- Ability to successfully interact with all levels of employees in the organization
- Computer skills in MS Office and CAD (Solidworks)
- Must be able to work independently and prioritize tasks
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and a friendly work environment.
