Winsmith is hiring: Manufacturing Engineer in Gainesville

Peerless-Winsmith is currently looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The Manufacturing Engineer positively impacts Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost goals of the products produced. The role will interact directly with the Manufacturing and Engineering teams to achieve the most efficient and cost-effective production of quality products, in addition to individually leading transformational initiatives in the manufacturing space. The role is based at the Flowery Branch, GA, location and will report to the Plant Manager. Principle Duties and Responsibilities Leads manufacturing engineering initiatives in the plant that result in better process control, productivity improvement and improved cost position for the company. Evaluates and improves manufacturing processes & methods such as machining and assembly operations by utilizing a tool kit comprised of machine and process knowledge, tooling, fixturing and CAD/CAM programing. Leads for the enhancement of manufacturing capabilities in the business in sync with new product designs and acquisitions. Works with suppliers and production personnel to arrange cost effective purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards. Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, and facility layout of equipment and workspace for efficient utilization of equipment and personnel. Provides engineering guidance and assistance to the manufacturing, assembly, quality assurance and tooling departments. Must have CNC programming understanding with the aptitude to assist programming and operators with programs and production. Experience and Education Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering 3 or more years Engineering experience in industrial manufacturing Strong organizational, analytical, and inter-personal communication skills Working knowledge of manufacturing operations, mechanical assembly, ergonomics, and lean tools to execute continuous improvement projects. Knowledge of CNC Machining, Programing, Fixture Design and Cutting Tools is required. Experience in leading improvements to manufacturability, cost, and process reliability Proven experience with Continuous Improvement Lean Methodologies (Six Sigma experience preferred) Previous experience leading large capital projects preferred. Technical Skills Advanced skill with all MS Office products Proficient with Solid Works or other 3D design software Proficient with machine programming/CAD/CAM HBD Industries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr