About the role

Provides technical support for assigned process, project or product lines.

Review project specifications to determine which equipment needs ordered and which to retool

Create and regularly update equipment installation, modification and trial schedules
Lead new equipment buyoff activities
Lead new equipment installation, trials and start up
Determine and plan equipment layouts based on process needs, available space and utilities
Create and maintain pin maps, spare parts lists, and other supporting documentation for use by other departments
Study and improve current production processes and equipment for cycle time and quality issues
Redesign tooling for countermeasures and kaizens
Help create capital budget
Maintain and update equipment drawings as needed
Oversee a variety of automated equipment designs and processes, such as projection, MIG, laser & spot welding
Lead cycle time calculation and analysis and determine reduction plans
Investigate and resolve machinery, quality and efficiency issues
Travel to vendor locations to review equipment progress, local and in Japan (10~15%)
Follow standard work instructions, including all safety policies and procedures
Comply with ISO 14001 standards
Perform 5S activities
Other duties as assigned by department manager

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing or industrial engineering or equivalent work experience
Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics
Knowledge of a 3D CAD system
Excellent skills with M.S. Office
Good communication skills
Experience with Pro-E or Creo CAD software
Knowledge of PLC programming and robot teaching
Experience with various manufacturing and welding processes
Maintenance or fabrication experience

Production Engineer