Manufacturing Engineer Position Available In Berkshire, Massachusetts

JOB SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Engineer will focus on our fabricationprocesses, including, but not limited to, CAM/Plasma CNC table, forming,welding, and grinding. The foundation of this role will be developing,implementing, and maintaining optimal, cost-effective processes anddocumentation, as well as process improvement, process documentation,quality initiatives, and technology acquisition.

ESSENTIAL JOBFUNCTIONS

• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods,utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabricationprocesses, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assemblymethods, and quality control standards
• Lead process improvement andcost reduction initiatives
• Evaluate equipment and tools for efficiencyimprovements, monitor OEE
• Design and implement new tooling
• Work withvendors to determine tool/technology specifications and arrange for thepurchase of equipment, materials, or parts and evaluate productsaccording to specifications and quality standards
• Estimate productiontimes, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide informationfor management decisions
• Assist in quality improvement by documentingproblems, determining root causes, and implementing preventativemeasures
• Create and update Standard Work Instructions (SWIs) fordocumentation of assembly and repair procedures
• Carry out processimprovement, problem resolution, and project management in an effectiveand timely manner
• Create and conduct process training for new andcurrent employees

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist with SolidWorksModels/drawings and Bill of Materials
• Understand and comply withsafety and environmental policies
• Maintain confidentiality and observedata protection and associated guidelines where appropriate
• Adhere tocompany policies
• Other duties as assigned

INTERACTION WITH

• Mostdepartments, including but not limited to, Design Engineering,Production, Facilities and Quality
• Equipment vendors

EXPERIENCE

• Strong CNC Plasma, welding, metal forming, and assembly experience
• Capital equipment selection and justification
• Visual Management, Dayby Hour charts, kaizen, setting up Kanban replenishment and Cell/ValueStream layout
• Overhead cranes and forklifts
• Work as a team withEngineering, Operations, Sales & Marketing and Finance
• SolidWorks andCAD software skills and experience a plus
• Critical thinking andproblem-solving skills
• Fixture, work holding, tool, and gauge designand manufacture
• DFMEA experience.
• Two (2) years of ManufacturingEngineering required
• Four (4) years of relevant experience preferred

EDUCATION

• College education or Trade school required
• Degree inManufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology or IndustrialEngineering preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• PositiveAttitude
• Excellent listening skills
• Ability to follow directions
• Ability to maintain focus
• Meet deadlines
• Math skills required (add,subtract, divide, and multiply)
• Reading abilities required
• Abilityto write
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Follow safety and materialspolicies and procedures
• Attention to detail
• Work as a member of ateam and as an individual