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Manufacturing Engineer
Tracking Code:17252
Job Location:Grass Lake, MI
Country:United States
Position Type:Full Time
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:This position requires a goal oriented manufacturing engineer capable of working independently, and as a team leader.The engineer will specialize in spinforming manufacturing and assembly, for both new and existing programs.The position is based out of North America (NA) and will be the liaison between the corporate Manufacturing Engineering & Technology (MET) spinforming core competency team (CCT) and the regional NA Clean Air (CA) facilities that will be manufacturing the product.The position is responsible for process and equipment development of new products, focusing on optimization and waste reduction of current products.
Lead process optimization along with standardization of equipment and tooling for spinforming products in close collaboration with MET CCT team.
Develop a purchase/refurbish strategy for NA region
Maintain a 3 year asset acquisition forecast and review with vendors
Develop and maintain NA spinforming capacity for existing assets
Technical support for NA Manufacturing Engineering & Technology (MET) spinforming team.
Support for development and feasibility reviews regarding:
Design of product
Design of equipment, tooling and manufacturing process
Process development for spinforming manufacturing and assembly
Participate in new program launches and continuous improvement activities within NACA.
Support customer RFQ process
Setting up launch processes, tooling and equipment within regional NACA facilities.
Support equipment and tooling runoff at supplier or NA Tenneco facilities
Optimize process and tooling according to capital and tooling investment.
Support first startup of production.
Support NACA facilities by troubleshooting production issues and driving resolution.
Utilize data to drive decisions, formal 6 sigma training a plus.
Identify and implement manufacturing process improvements (performance, scrap, availability).
Understand and apply lean manufacturing principles, and general metal fabrication
Develop error proofing methods
REQUIREMENTS:Education / Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering and5 years of related manufacturing engineering experience
Skills:
Experience developing processes for new product, including process flow and PFMEA.
Experience working with equipment and tooling suppliers, creating statement of work, awarding suppliers and following progress through launch.
Proficiency with PC applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and flow-charting software.
Knowledge of manufacturing process development, tooling/gage design, and equipment design.
Must have the ability to communicate effectively across organizational levels, both in written and verbal form.
Controls and automation knowledge.Hands on expertise is a plus.
Hands on technical knowledge of pipe bending, mufflers, and after treatment devices are a plus.
Strong planning and organizational skills with ability to prioritize make decisions and manage multiple projects.
Ability to obtain a passport and travel in support of job function (NACA facilities, suppliers etc.) Some International travel required.
Demonstrated ability to identify problems and opportunities, develop plans and successfully implement solutions.
Self-motivated, ability to effectively prepare and deliver reports and presentations, ability to establish and maintain budgets, and project management skills.
Ability to make effective presentations to a wide variety of audiences including senior managers, customers and employee groups
Travel:
Ability to travel in support of job function (plants, customers, suppliers, etc.) Some International travel required
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
