Bradford White
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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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
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Bradford White by 2x.
Get notified about new Manufacturing Engineer jobs in Middleville, MI.
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