Manufacturing & Development Engineer
Summary:
Work closely with engineers, production, customers, and cross-functional teams to design, develop, and improve products while supporting the demands of a high-volume production environment. Involvement in various stages of product development process, from concept through program launch and production improvements as required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Manufacturing Engineering:
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Support existing business and production needs to include assisting Operations - including drawing and modeling, tool design, and process development
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Confers with management, engineering, sales team, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, tooling requirements, and other considerations to facilitate production processes
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Develops strategies and programs to improve productivity and efficiency which drives continuous improvement to include but not limited to the areas of tooling floor management/control and production trials
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Foster and lead employee teams (ties Operations Department to Engineering) to build cohesiveness and improve the overall results and effectiveness of manufacturing processes.
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Manages Engineering Change system to ensure process is utilized efficiently to support production while meeting customer requirements.
Product Development:
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Prototype planning, development, and launches
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Process/Product Development trial management
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Involvement in program launch to ensure timely and successful development which includes meeting production requirements, productivity goals, customer timelines, and financial goals of the organization
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Deliver and participate in customer demonstrations of new products/processes as appropriate
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Assists with developing engineering standards, key measurables tracking and reporting to management team
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Assistance in brainstorming and developing new product concepts and improvements
Supervisor Responsibility:
N/A
Qualifications/Experience/Education:
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Agree to NETFORM Employee Handbook
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Pass pre-employment screening (e.g. drug test, physical, and background test)
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering
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Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers
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Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks and AutoCAD preferred)
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Experience in Cold-Forging and Cold Forging simulation software preferred
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At least 5 years related experience in manufacturing and/or development engineering field
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Internship/Co-Op experience in product development or related field
