Manufacturing Engineer

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Key Areas of Responsibility (Answerable for the following end results)

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· Support production in reducing / eliminating equipment and tooling downtime or scrap, utilizing good analytical methodologies.

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· Create & maintain Process Flow, PFMEA, Standard Operating Procedures and Line Balance documentation.

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· Meet or exceed labor content standards utilizing good assembly methodologies and ergonomics.

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· Support and maintain error-proofing methodologies, cell layout enhancements and update Master CAD layouts.

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· Support and develop department or maintenance projects / activities with good engineering direction. Take part or facilitate the team Lean strategies and methodologies and/or Six Sigma activities.

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· Facilitate process/continued improvement.

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· Support, cost estimate and document all engineering changes.

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· Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance relating to product, process & systems. Implement interim processes as required to correct or contain all non-conformances.

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· Working knowledge of manufacturing/mechanical processes and equipment (PLC, torque tools and equipment).

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· Document all activities as required.

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· Adhere to all company guidelines for Emergency Evacuation to ensure employee safety.

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· Any additional responsibility deemed necessary by management.

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Limits of Authority

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· Advise Department Manager of those situations that may pose a significant risk to the program, product assurance, facilities, employee safety or customer satisfaction results.

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· Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance relating to product, process & systems.

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· Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process or system.

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· Initiate, recommend or provide solutions thought the appropriate channels and verify implementation.

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· Control further processing and delivery of nonconforming product until the deficiency is corrected.

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· Initiate project RFQ’s with supporting documentation to be signed.

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· Quote / negotiate pricing and timing from vendors for equipment and tooling.

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· Maintain and obtain approvals for facility layouts and process documentation.

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· Assist and support project management timelines.

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Basic Education, Experience and Skills Required

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· 2-year minimum college education and 1 year of experience in manufacturing and assembly operations or an equivalent combination of education and experience

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· Skills in labor analysis (time studies)

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· AutoCAD experience

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· PLC understanding

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· Windows Applications (Excel, Word, Project, Management, PowerPoint)

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· Good mechanical / technical skills

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· Possess excellent leadership abilities, organizational and communication skills

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· Able to maintain confidential information

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Internal Training (Minimum Requirements)

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· Dakkota

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· Safety Training

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· Dakkota Vision and Culture

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· Departmental Training

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o Process 07– Engineering Change

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o Process 03 – Program and Process Development

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o Process 13 – Maintenance and Facilities

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o Change Control Database

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o Process 06 – Dakkota Production System – Action Center

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o Core Document Database

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o Customer Specific Requirements and Deviation Procedures

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· Company Training

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o BOS Overview

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o Information Technology

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o Outlook

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o Trans4M Overview

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o Purchase Requisitions

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o Quality Mission Statement

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o Expense Reporting

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o Travel Management System

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Health, Safety and Physical Demand Requirements

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· Normal amount of sitting and standing, average mobility to move around an office and plant environment, able to conduct normal amount of work on a computer.

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Risks Associated with Job Function

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· None

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Travel Requirements

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· Approximately 20% travel required

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· Valid driver’s license required