Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
Role Overview
The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer determines the most efficient and economical methods to produce all parts required for the manufacture of company products. This includes recommending / identifying the need for required machinery, tooling, and test equipment and preparing process documents for each part. This position frequently deals with other departments within the company to obtain information required to write process documents and process plans (routing) and must also deal with outside vendors regarding the purchase of machinery and tooling.
The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer consults with Engineering to assist with the evaluation of new products and makes recommendations regarding time of manufacture and material consumption. The Sr Manufacturing Engineer also manages CAPEX, lean or productivity improvement projects.
Key Responsibilities
▪ Creating and implementing process and line layouts to manufacture product and/or improve efficiencies.
▪ Identifying the need and designing / implementing tools to automate processes.
▪ Contribute to the ECO process by providing design-for-manufacturing (DFM), design-for-assembly (DFA) and design-for-automation inputs as well as participate in DFMEA’s and lead PFMEA’s.
▪ Undertaking installation (IQ), operations (OQ) and performance (PQ) qualification activities when required.
▪ Ensure processes called on by the product’s process plan can achieve the required tolerances with repeatability and efficiently.
▪ Identify and track savings from various projects throughout the year. It is critical that accurate baseline information is collected to quantify the savings that is derived from the various projects.
▪ Develop internal relationships at all levels of the organization to resolve product/process design issues.
▪ Generates/edits work instructions for the manufacturing processes in support of the ECO process if the work instruction requirement originates from a non-product-design change.
▪ Act as Project Manager for equipment installation projects. Prepare all necessary documentation for capital equipment requirements and equipment projects.
▪ Identify projects for improving productivity.
▪ Research, investigate and implement new manufacturing technologies.
▪ All other duties as assigned by management.
Critical Competencies for Success Education and Experience
▪ Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university in Manufacturing / Production/ Industrial Engineering; and a minimum of 5 years related experience and/or an advanced degree in manufacturing / production industrial engineering or business with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing function. Strong background in lean methodologies and be able to facilitate lean kaizen events to implement lean improvements as required throughout the factory.
▪ Must be familiar with multiple lean concepts including kanbans and single-piece flow, Kaizen and 5S.
▪ Must have strong troubleshooting skills and be up to date with technologies used in assembly, testing, machining. Must also have knowledge of ERP systems.
▪ Strong background in CNC machining equipment; machine tool; material handling systems; and industrial production equipment.
▪ Should have basic knowledge of electrical, electronics and programming.
▪ Ability to analyse part tolerance requirements and match them to process capability. The incumbent should be familiar with GD&T and be able to apply to drawings where appropriate.
▪ Must be able to demonstrate strong project management skills.
▪ Effective use of APQP tools such as process flow diagrams, PFMEA’s and Control Plans.
▪ Knowledge of Quality Standards used in the medical device industry.
▪ Must have excellent communication skills and be a dynamic, high-impact individual. Computers and Technology
▪ Advanced skills in Microsoft Office products
▪ Various quality engineering software products
▪ Experience and exposure to CAD/CAM tools (Solid Edge/ Inventor preferred).
▪ Strong troubleshooting skills and be up to date with technologies used in assembly, testing and machining.
▪ Background in CNC machining, machine tools, material handling systems, and industrial production equipment preferred.
▪ Basic knowledge of electrical, electronics and programming preferred.
▪ Ability to analyse part tolerance requirements and match them to process capability. Familiar and able to apply GD&T concepts.
See below for a general overview of the amazing perks and benefits:
• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO with a low-cost share
• Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching.
• Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family.
• Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee.
• Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes.
Who Are We?
Coyote Technical is a full-service staffing and recruiting firm that provides services in temporary, contract and permanent placements. Coyote Technical can provide you with superior employment services, focusing on sourcing quality candidates with the exact education and experience you need. Phil Montoya, Director of Sourcing, has years of recruiting experience in diverse industries. His status as Top Recruiter with most successful placement is testimony to his relentless pursuit of the perfect candidate. Phil holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering and worked for years in the Automotive and Aerospace Industries. Coyote Technical’s recruiting Team is equally committed to finding the talent you seek. Our years of experience enables us to intimately understand your industry, thereby we will provide you with quality and effective employment services.
Why Choose Us?
Coyote Technical aims to fill every position you list by matching the ideal candidate with the ideal position. Coyote technical has an ever-expanding internal database of more than 20,000 candidates with the skills and qualifications to match any of your hiring needs. It is our mission to ensure that every candidate be placed in a position in which they will thrive professionally.
Our fees are contingent upon finding you the perfect candidate, which means you will not pay a fee unless we are successful. In fact, we will extend a thirty (30) day guarantee. Should the candidate leave or be terminated for cause within the first thirty (30) days from the starting date the candidate will be replaced. What does this mean for you? Peace of mind in knowing that you will have an employee with the competence and enthusiasm you desire!