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Bradford White

Manufacturing Engineer I

Bradford White, Middleville, Michigan, United States, 49333

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Overview Primary Function The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for evaluating requirements, making recommendations, and managing projects related to new or existing manufacturing equipment, tooling, and process controls. Their expertise will support manufacturing operations by evaluating labor utilization, working capital, automation requirements, and determining proper processes.

Responsibilities

Work with tool manufacturers, maintenance employees, production staff, and other supporting departments to troubleshoot and resolve equipment, quality, safety, and throughput issues

Assist in implementing preventive maintenance plans

Track and improve key performance indicators for safety, quality, and productivity for a specific area of responsibility

Review new part prints and advise product engineering on design for manufacturability

Create cost comparisons and return on investment calculations to assist in supplier selection

Plan, justify, procure, and implement new equipment, tooling, and fixture needs to support existing and anticipated production requirements

Perform payback analysis and other justifications to support major investment projects

Improve and support new and existing operations, methods, and processes for cost reduction, quality, and efficiency improvements

Create and maintain work standards for direct labor and machine cycle times used for manufacturing performance standards

Design new and/or modify existing workstations to maximize efficiency and safety

Conduct studies in operations to maximize workflow and spatial utilization

Create and maintain facility and process layouts using AutoCAD

Participate in continuous improvement projects and cost reduction programs using lean manufacturing techniques

Perform capacity analysis and related studies used for short-term and long-term manufacturing planning

Independently compile data and analyze results for project or team review

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

0-5 years of experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused manufacturing environment

Experience troubleshooting and resolving issues related to various manufacturing processes

Experience supporting an assembly line with several workstations to achieve key performance indicators such as units per hour, man hours per unit, and scrap cost per unit

Process knowledge in stamping, stud welding, powder coat, material handling, automation, robotics, tube winding, DC tools, leak detection, and/or refrigeration sealed systems (preferred)

Knowledge of engineering and manufacturing practices including Lean Manufacturing techniques

Ability to coordinate and manage multi-functional projects through structured project management principles

Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints to facilitate supervision of fabrication and/or installation of equipment

Proficient in Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and AutoCAD

Ability to quickly grasp and implement new ideas, concepts, and programs to improve departmental efficiency

Strong problem-solving and verbal and written communication skills

About The Company Throughout a history dating back to 1881, Bradford White Corporation has been manufacturing high-performing, technologically advanced, and energy-saving products for the world market. The company continues to invest in America and serves millions of customers worldwide. In 2024, Bradford White was recognized as an Energy Star Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence Award Winner for the fifth straight year. The company employs over 2000 people with corporate headquarters in Ambler, Pennsylvania, and manufacturing operations in Michigan, Minnesota, Massachusetts, Wisconsin, and New Hampshire. Assembly operations are in North Carolina, and a distribution and training center is in Ontario, Canada.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Consumer Services

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