Manufacturing Engineer Tech

H.C. Muddox joined Pacific Coast Building Products in 1980 and now supplies a large distributor network with clay products that include standard face brick, thin brick, flue liners, pavers, pool coping, and structural brick. H.C. Muddox also offers custom shapes, sizes and colors in a range of products.

(Manufacturing Engineer Tech)

$26 - $29/hours Depending on Qualifications and Experience

WHAT THIS ROLE LOOKS LIKE:

Under the supervision of the Plant Manager and coordination with the department supervisors, this position will learn and support production, veneer and maintenance. The Manufacturing Engineer Tech supports the day-to-day operations, maximizes machinery and equipment life, performance efficiency, and continuous improvement while collaborating with the plant operations. This position will develop, evaluate and improve manufacturing methods utilizing his new learn knowledge of: product design, process manufacturing, material handling methods, process instrumentation/automation; as well as modern-day quality management principles/practices and is responsible for demonstrating the Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation and Financial Success. Performs other related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Conducts engineering design and plant performance review, reviews engineering documents, and provides guidance to management on project requirements
• Design, set up, and program new equipment and processes for manufacturing
• Propose changes to improve processes
• Applies lean manufacturing principles to improve yield, efficiencies, and quality
• Create, review, and update specifications for procedures of building materials manufacturing
• Correct product or process problems
• Set up and program equipment for new processes
• Schedule and test new processes
• Monitor production performance data for new processes
• Train employees on new processes
• Prepare documentation on new processes
• Determines the specifications for the solution and develops conceptual design for new or replacement equipment
• Reviews, evaluates and implements new technologies that support best practices in manufacturing
• Uses logical thought processes to analyze information and draw conclusions
• Maintains accurate filing and records system for projects from initiation to project close out
• Conducts preliminary engineering studies
• Determines project requirements and estimates resource required
• Conducts economic analysis to determine optimum plan
• Creates and manages effective project plans

• • Prioritize tasks
  • Create milestones
  • Proactively engages with all stakeholders - operators, maintenance, and managers

• Anticipates project constraints and creates alternative plans
• Monitors project status against the plan and reports on the results
• Provides input into the preparation of contracts
• Acts independently on technical matters in the assigned field of expertise and recommends approval of professional services, materials & construction procurement contracts
• Interprets and explains plans and contract terms to administrative staff and workers
• Inspects and reviews projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations
• Develop and implement manual and automated test plans for equipment
• Conducts engineering analysis and develops recommendations to maintain and improve plant and system efficiency, reliability, safety, environmental compliance and cost performance
• Recommends equipment, new concepts and techniques to improve performance, simplify construction, reduce costs, correct design or material flaws, or comply with changes in codes or regulations
• Understands the requirements of other disciplines, such as electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering
• Is able to seamlessly integrate new technologies with legacy technologies without compromising safety or reliability
• Applies a basic understanding of finance and engineering economics
• Is able to clearly and effectively communicate with corporate managers and engineers
• Understands the basics of systems engineering, IT fundamentals, communications systems basics to help bridge the gaps across disciplines to avoid engineering re-designs
• Learn to coach, motivate, instruct, train/cross train, offer guidance, plan, organize and direct production/maintenance and hold his team accountable to meet the production schedule and objectives.
• Learn to properly oversee department personnel during their shift under his/her purview such as machine operators, sorters, laborers, heavy equipment/forklift operators.
• Participate in producing the production schedule.
• Learn to inspect, assess and report finished brick as well as control proper batching and color systems in accordance with company quality standards.
• Prevent and report breakdowns in production to the maintenance department.
• Learn how to fill out and maintain production reports, quality control daily checklist, maintenance logs and associated document and answer the phone.
• Act as backup for Department Supervisors and other positions as needed.
• Determines cost effectiveness of repairing parts in-house versus contracting out for repairs.
• Analyzes and determines cause of equipment malfunctions.
• Abides by all safety rules set forth by the company and governmental regulatory agencies; and ensures that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.
• Predictable, and Regular attendance is required. Must be able to work weekends and overtime as needed.

• Bachelor's degree or 2+ years' experience in manufacturing or engineering-related field, preferred.
• Ability to lead and motivate others effectively.
• Skilled in the use of AutoCAD, Solidworks, Draftsight, or other design software.
• Understands and able to produce engineering drawings.
• Must be able flexible and ready to adapt to changing requirements, customer needs, and scope changes.
• Must have and maintain valid driver's license.
• Requires excellent verbal and written communication and mathematical skills.
• Predictable, and Regular attendance is required. Must be able to work weekends and overtime as needed.

• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; Reach with hands and arms; Talk and listen; Stand, walk, and sit.
• Occasionally required to bend at the waist; Lift and/or move up to 95 pounds.
• Must be able to drive a vehicle to California Facilities.

• Office environment with moderate noise.
• Manufacturing environment with hazards typically associated with concrete, clay, or plastics processing (must comply with safe work methods outlined in Basalite's IIPP)
• Refer to location-specific Job Hazard Analyses for tasks and equipment associated with maintenance and engineering support in the factory
• Extreme temperatures.
• Wear mandatory and/or other appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, outdoor weather conditions, heat or cold (non-weather) conditions, risk of electrical shock, exposure to dust.

• On the job training will be provided!
• GREAT Benefits! Accrue up-to 80 hours vacation your first year!
• Selected candidate for this position is subject to a pre-employment drug screen and physical