Manufacturing Engineer

Harrison Township, MI
Full-Time

Job Description

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls; coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out process improvements, problem resolution, project management and help with employee training.
  • Improve manufacturing processes and methods for cost-reduction, quality improvement and efficiency.
  • Prepare and present plans for above and coordinate deployment.
  • Perform research, design and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment.
  • Coordinate the manufacturing launch of new/revised products including established goals and evaluating results.
  • Participate in analysis of designs to determine areas of improvement.
  • Maintain plant documentation for designated product lines to include PFMEA, Process Flow Diagrams and ODS forms.
  • Establish/maintain lineside racking in manufacturing areas.
  • Understand automation interfaces with robotics and vision systems that are used for manufacturing and Poke-Yoke Systems.
  • Attend and participate in SDT Meetings working with program and launch managers to go over open issues lists and upcoming changes to assigned programs.
  • Prepare/maintain electronic floor layout drawings for current/future business and continuous improvement projects.
  • Lead equipment installation and relocation projects within the facility, including air, power and floor space requirements.
  • Ability to work in a team environment and mentor other engineers in the department.
  • Perform process and material flow analysis. Develop manufacturing process techniques, and equipment to improve layout.
  • Keep equipment operational by stablishing and coordinating preventative maintenance and repair services.
  • Work closely with maintenance, engineering and operations teams to identify and stock critical equipment spares.
  • Understand TAKT, equipment utilization and OEE; partners with Operations and Process Engineering to identify detractors and improve OEE.
  • Execute Capital Appropriation Requests with payback assessments for equipment.
  • Participate in design and build reviews for new equipment and drive improvement to machine design using lessons learned from previous launches.
  • Provide and support engineering assistance in quality problem solving activities.
  • Maintain reliable and safe manufacturing systems while improving production rates, efficiencies, yields, costs and changeover times.
  • All other duties assigned by manager.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors level degree.
  • Area of study; science engineering, mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing or similar.
  • 2-5 minimum years of experience working in the field.
  • 3 minimum years of experience within the automotive industry.
  • Must be able and willing to travel and work at customer sites, including industrial manufacturing plants which might require climbing, lifting, or working in confined spaces.
  • Extensive experience with time studies.
  • Demonstrated experience with improving processes, workflow and labor.
  • AutoCAD.
  • Working knowledge of MODAPTS.
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Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls; coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out process improvements, problem resolution, project management and help with employee training.
  • Improve manufacturing processes and methods for cost-reduction, quality improvement and efficiency.
  • Prepare and present plans for above and coordinate deployment.
  • Perform research, design and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment.
  • Coordinate the manufacturing launch of new/revised products including established goals and evaluating results.
  • Participate in analysis of designs to determine areas of improvement.
  • Maintain plant documentation for designated product lines to include PFMEA, Process Flow Diagrams and ODS forms.
  • Establish/maintain lineside racking in manufacturing areas.
  • Understand automation interfaces with robotics and vision systems that are used for manufacturing and Poke-Yoke Systems.
  • Attend and participate in SDT Meetings working with program and launch managers to go over open issues lists and upcoming changes to assigned programs.
  • Prepare/maintain electronic floor layout drawings for current/future business and continuous improvement projects.
  • Lead equipment installation and relocation projects within the facility, including air, power and floor space requirements.
  • Ability to work in a team environment and mentor other engineers in the department.
  • Perform process and material flow analysis. Develop manufacturing process techniques, and equipment to improve layout.
  • Keep equipment operational by stablishing and coordinating preventative maintenance and repair services.
  • Work closely with maintenance, engineering and operations teams to identify and stock critical equipment spares.
  • Understand TAKT, equipment utilization and OEE; partners with Operations and Process Engineering to identify detractors and improve OEE.
  • Execute Capital Appropriation Requests with payback assessments for equipment.
  • Participate in design and build reviews for new equipment and drive improvement to machine design using lessons learned from previous launches.
  • Provide and support engineering assistance in quality problem solving activities.
  • Maintain reliable and safe manufacturing systems while improving production rates, efficiencies, yields, costs and changeover times.
  • All other duties assigned by manager.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors level degree.
  • Area of study; science engineering, mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing or similar.
  • 2-5 minimum years of experience working in the field.
  • 3 minimum years of experience within the automotive industry.
  • Must be able and willing to travel and work at customer sites, including industrial manufacturing plants which might require climbing, lifting, or working in confined spaces.
  • Extensive experience with time studies.
  • Demonstrated experience with improving processes, workflow and labor.
  • AutoCAD.
  • Working knowledge of MODAPTS.
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About Yanfeng International

Yanfeng is a leading global automotive supplier, which focuses on interiors, exteriors, seating, cockpit electronics and passive safety. Yanfeng has more than 240 locations and approximately 57,000 employees worldwide. The technical team of 4,100 experts is located at 12 R&D centers and other regional offices, with full capabilities including engineering and software development, design and user experience, and test validation. Focusing on smart cabin and lightweight technology, Yanfeng helps automakers to explore future mobility concepts and provide leading cabin solutions.

For more information, please visit www.yanfeng.com.

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