Manufacturing Engineer Job at Power Flame Incorporated in Parsons

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POWER FLAME — BUILT TO CONNECT & POWER TO MANAGE ENERGY

Power Flame is a subsidiary of Astec Industries, an innovative manufacturer of burners and combustion control systems for commercial, industrial, and process applications. Our products are designed with environmental consciousness and crafted by our expert staff of dedicated professionals.

Location: This is an onsite position located at the Power Flame plant in Parsons, KS. Corporate relocation assistance is available.

About The Position

Primary Process Owner who works closely with Astec, Inc. operations (manufacturing, quality, OpEx and safety) to develop safe, efficient and reliable manufacturing methods. Identifies process improvement opportunities (productivity and cost reduction) to create a sustainable competitive advantage using Kaizen, lean tools and methods. Leads cross-functional events to analyze and deploy standards and techniques to improve quality, ensure on-time delivery, control costs and/or other engineering/economic objectives; applies visual and auditable manufacturing best practices to solve problems, improve performance and productivity, while eliminating waste.

• Develops, evaluates, and recommends improvements in manufacturing methods through new processes and modifications, minimizing cost and effectively applying production capabilities.
• Implements process improvements through time studies, process mapping, value-stream mapping, spaghetti mapping and workload balancing, through cross-functional team collaboration.
• Using standard lean tool sets, achieves safety and process improvements through reductions in cycle-time, rework, scrap, inventory, overtime, space, on-time completions, etc.
• Facilitates continuous improvements through the use of lean tools and coordinates lean training and development activities of all employees.
• Works with manufacturing to analyze and plan workforce utilization, space requirements, material routing and handling methods, manufacturing processes and methods, machine and tool design applications, workflow and new technology; designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency, safety and quality.
• Estimates production times, capacity requirements and related costs to inform management decisions and meet completion dates and technical specifications.

Key Activities & Responsibilities

• Develops proposals, evaluates new development programs and recommends changes in parts specifications, manufacturing processes and production methods to improve quality, productivity, manufacturability and safety as required.
• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• Responsible for the transition of new product introductions from engineering to manufacturing, including capacity analysis, process robustness and process validations.
• Develops and maintains the manufacturing process work instructions and assembly tooling initiated by product design or method improvement changes.
• Specify new equipment and design required fixtures, jigs and tooling needed to meet production and quality requirements.
• Prepares and presents to individuals and groups using Microsoft Office applications.
• Researches, organizes, analyzes and maintains records of technical information from various sources.
• Follows company policies and procedures at all times.
• Follows proper safety rules and procedures at all times.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial, manufacturing, mechanical engineering or related field required.
• Minimum of three (3) years related work experience in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated understanding of heavy machinery manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of machine shop operations/processes required.
• Knowledge of LEAN methods used in manufacturing processes required.
• Knowledge of all types of metal-cutting processes, including punch, plasma, and flame cutting required.
• Knowledge of engineering/manufacturing symbol systems and the ability to read engineering drawings required.
• Knowledge and understanding of nesting software for material optimization preferred.
• Ability to collaborate and facilitate cross-functional teams to influence and manage change in a heavy manufacturing, multi-shift environment.
• Must be able to meet regular attendance requirements.

Our Culture and Values

Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• Respect for all individuals
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

Work Environment

Office: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of injury in an office environment and occasionally a manufacturing shop plant environment. Duties include a typical office setting including extensive computer work, sitting or standing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Manufacturing

Industries

• Machinery Manufacturing

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