Manufacturing Engineer

About us:

Horizon Technology is a growing analytical instrument company specializing in automated sample preparation solutions.

Responsibilities of Manufacturing Engineer Includes:

• Plan, organize and manage the manufacturing engineering activity providing direction and support to production and other departments.
• Design manufacturing processes and associated documentation to support the manufacture of Horizon Technology products.
• Develop and maintain assembly work instructions and manufacturing operating procedures.
• Prepare floor and equipment layouts to promote flow, eliminate waste for efficient utilization of space.
• Identify, define and coordinate make/buy analysis to outsource manufacturing of sub-assemblies, systems and complete products as required.
• Manage the transition of products from Research and Development to Manufacturing.
• Update manufacturing documentation and processes from ECO activity in a timely manner.
• Work with R&D to provide input and guidance to ensure manufacturability of new products in the pipeline.
• Develop manufacturing process to, reduce manufacturing cycle time, inventory, and implement quality and safety improvement opportunities.
• Work closely with Mechanical/Electrical engineers to develop cost effective designs and accurate drawings prior to production.
• Generate detailed ECR/ECO to correct existing drawings, bill of materials to ensure accurate documentation.
• Design and develop mechanical and electromechanical fixtures to manufacture products.
• Work with Quality to monitor, improve and control manufacturing processes.
• Work with the MRB to resolve nonconformance dispositions.
• Effectively manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines and bring assignments to successful completion.

• BS in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment supporting the manufacturing operations.
• Experience in electromechanical assemblies, pneumatics, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and plastics processing.
• CAD proficient, Solid Works preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and written skills.
• Hands on knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, ProfitKey preferred.
• Experience with applying Lean Six Sigma techniques to manufacturing.

 Local candidates only, no relocation.