Manufacturing Engineer (Automotive)

Manufacturing Engineer (Automotive) AGS Automotive - 3.0 Sterling Heights, MI Job Details Full-time $65,000 - $75,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications

IATF 16949

2016 Change management Manufacturing standard operating procedures Corporate training teaching experience Developing new training programs Quality assurance within automotive industry Quality improvement programs in engineering Lean change management Implementing lean manufacturing processes Professional development training Full Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Engineer plans/executes programs within the manufacturing plant to ensure all customer and company targets are achieved.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Establishes control charting of critical features and processes; monitors results and determines machine and process capabilities and performance reliability Manages the implementation of new processes, work with corporate engineering on equipment to be purchased, and time estimates. Identifies optimal tooling for machining Resolves issues with design, manufacturability, or build sequences. Ensures production part acceptance and manufacturing readiness Participates in adoption of new technologies and processes to achieve greater efficiency. Consults with corporate engineering on implementation of automation and robotics on the assembly line Maintains current production system at optimal operating levels and drives action using A3 thinking and lean method(s) Creates and Implements work instruction for operations and trains to document Provides technical reports on corrective actions and implementations for systemic issues / top 3. Publish reports via lessons learned, power point, CIT format ect. Ensures efficient and timely transfer of process knowledge and coordinate the training of production team members and maintenance technicians on new or change management processes and equipment Supports operation technician and maintenance personnel with assistance and guidance to maintain production process, continuous improvement implementation, troubleshooting techniques (A3 thinking) Leads reverse PFMEA audits with crossfunctional teams, validating actual shopfloor conditions and updating all core documents (PFMEA, Control Plan, Process Flow) Participates in APQP process for new product launch as assigned

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

University degree in engineering or equivalent Strong written and oral communication skills, exhibiting a strong sense of urgency Demonstrated experience creating effective change and designing and delivering training programs Well versed in Lean Manufacturing (TPS) Green belt or black belt certification with Lean/Six Sigma is an asset A minimum of 3 years' experience in Lean Manufacturing duties Understanding of

IATF 16949

standards and automotive core tools (APQP, PFMEA, Control Plan) Experience applying the principals underlying TQM, Six Sigma or Lean

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to stand and walk for the duration of an 8+ hour shift. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted. Ability to perform frequent repetitive motions. Comfortable working in a noisy environment. Work performed in a shared, open workspace. Must provide and maintain a standard set of personal tools required for the role.