Aviation Technology Associates (AVTECH Global) is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer.
Pay Rate: $55.00 to $62.00 per hour (depending on experience, location, etc.)
Job Type: Full-time, Contract
Contract Duration: 12 months (w/opportunity for extension)
Benefits:
- coverage of up to one-half of employee's medical insurance premium for a base plan
- eight (8) paid holidays
- per diem split (if qualified)
- opportunity to become a direct hire after ninety (90) days
- 401(k) with matching
Experience/Education:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing engineering or related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
- Experience requirement ranges from eighteen (18) months to four (4) years manufacturing engineering, planning, or related technical experience.
Unique Skills:
- Valid driver's license may be required.
- Participation in a DOT/FAA drug and alcohol program may be required.
Purpose:
Prepare, conduct, and evaluate analyses for planning improvements and problem solving for manufacturing issues (production methods and procedures) in a specific function (including layout, production flow, tooling and production equipment, material fabrication, assembly methods and planning) in a production or post-production environment.
Level II Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Perform technical studies of a complex nature, conduct analysis of operations (existing or proposed). Prepare a report of recommendations for equipment needed and correct methods of manufacturing (including sequence of operations and detailed methodology of complex assemblies and installations as well as detail components).
- Author detailed work instructions that optimize manufacturing process efficiency and opportunity for zero defects with functional operations engineer.
- Author DRDI/DMT rework instructions to support effective corrective actions.
- Author MBOM in SAP/Solumina/Corridor (as applicable) to ensure all parts defined by engineering are installed during the assembly/installation process.
- Assist in make-or-buy proposals and recommend corrective actions for areas of responsibility; evaluate vendors, attend vendor negotiations, and assist in resolving vendor problems.
- Conduct research, investigation, and analysis in connection with assigned planning or other assigned projects, to ensure conformance to requirements.
- Investigate and assist in preparing justification for equipment and facility requests.
- Perform productibility studies from engineering drawings to identify opportunities to enhance manufacturing ability to meet requirements. Participate in design for manufacturing assessments with engineering.
- Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential; make necessary computer inputs and generate data or reports as needed.
- Perform audit of co-workers output based on defined requirements and procedures. Must demonstrate knowledge of ME policies and procedures.
- Incorporate lean manufacturing methodology into existing and future processes.
- With minimal supervision, lead/coordinate the implementation of projects between multiple organizations.
- Apply lean and six sigma principles to manufacturing methods as a team member or leader.
- Support all safety, sustainability and ergonomic initiatives.
- Aid in development and maintenance of business continuity plan.
- Ensure quality policies are being practiced; make recommendations and implement procedures to improve quality.
- Initiate and maintain accurate daily/weekly activity status based on work output, as required.
Level III Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Perform technical studies of complex nature, conduct analysis of operations (existing or proposed). Prepare a report of recommendations for equipment needed and correct methods of manufacturing (including sequence of operations and detailed methodology of complex assemblies and installations as well as detail components).
- Author detailed work instructions that optimize manufacturing process efficiency and opportunity for zero defects with functional operations engineer.
- Author DRDI/DMT rework instructions to support effective corrective actions.
- Author MBOM in SAP/Solumina/Corridor (as applicable) to ensure all parts defined by engineering are installed during the assembly/installation process.
- Generate make-or-buy proposals and recommend corrective actions for areas of responsibility; evaluate vendors, attend vendor negotiations, and assist in resolving problems.
- Conduct research, investigation, and analysis in connection with assigned planning or other assigned projects, to ensure conformance to requirements.
- Investigate and assist in preparing justification for equipment and facility requests.
- Perform productibility studies from engineering drawings.
- Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements; make necessary computer inputs and generate data or reports as needed.
- Prioritize workloads based on schedules and needs; provide completion dates and work estimates based on available resources, past performance schedules, etc.
- Keep current on state-of-the-art manufacturing developments.
- Incorporate lean manufacturing methodology into existing and future processes.
- Develop business case and present to management for process improvement approval.
- Assume the duties of the ME group head in his/her absence.
- Assign and review work of subordinate personnel.
- Supervise and train subordinates in work methods and procedures in the efficient and effective use of company resources to resolve work-related or quality problems.
- Lead/coordinate the implementation of projects between multiple orgs.
- Apply lean and six sigma principles to manufacturing methods as a team member/leader.
- Support all safety, sustainability and ergonomic initiatives.
- Ensure quality policies are being practiced; make recommendations to improve quality.
- Complete understanding and experience implementing lean manufacturing concepts: 5S, JIT, SMED, KanBan, VSM, One Piece Flow, etc.
- Working knowledge of six-sigma or other data-driven decision-making experience highly desirable.
- Lean six-sigma green belt, equivalent certification, or proven experience in a lean six-sigma environment highly desirable.
Other Requirements:
- Proven knowledge and understanding of lean and/or six sigma principles and processes.
- Knowledgeable of engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math.
- Ability to operate computerized equipment, such as personal computers, CADAM, CATIA, Solumina, SAP, Corridor.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Performs other duties as assigned.