GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Develop product manufacturing plans to meet KLINGER RCM USA product design, quality, and cost requirements through knowledge and experience in machine selection, tooling design and construction, process design, process validation, design for manufacturability, and project management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, machinery, tooling, and materials; collaborating with equipment vendors; soliciting observations and input from operators.
• Develops and establishes manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; collaborating with equipment vendors.
• Lead manufacturing team in application of production processes, problem solving, and machine troubleshooting.
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, process steps, space requirements, ergonomics, safety, time studies, and equipment layout.
• Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and evaluating process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.
• Works with quality to develop quality procedures as they pertain to the various manufacturing processes in accordance with ISO 9000 and IATF16949.
• Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.
• Prepares product, process, and EPA reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Participate in necessary product development and validation activities including:

o APQP (Advance Product Quality Planning)

o PFMEA

o Design Reviews

o Prototype Builds

o Process Testing (PV, Design for manufacturing, and key supplier development)

o 8D problem solving and root cause analysis

• Develop and support cost savings initiatives and proposals.
• Works collaboratively with Manufacturing Cost Analysts to assist with developing product costs during the quotation phase of programs.
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with governmental, EPA, OSHA, and safety regulations.
• Ability to complete assignments on time.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by enforcing procedures, rules, and regulations.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

High degree of mechanical aptitude; Working experience leading/participating in APQP, DVP&R, PFMEA, and 8D activities; Understanding of Manufacturing Methods and Procedures, Quality Methods and Procedures (ISO9000, IATF16949), and Process Improvement.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

BSME, BSMET, BSIE degree; Graduate degree in the field of Mechanical, Manufacturing, Process, or Industrial Engineering is a plus.

3 years experience in sealing, molding, rubber/plastic extrusions, paint and coatings, and/or automotive products related field.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Skills including: the ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format; ability to effectively present information to top management, customers, suppliers, KLINGER Thermoseal employees, and public groups.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Skills including: the ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane, algebra, solid geometry and trigonometry.

COMPUTER/SOFTWARE SKILLS REQUIRED

Mastery: Presentation/PowerPoint, Word Processing/Typing.

Intermediate: Contact Management, Microsoft Office tools including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Access.

Understanding of and/or experience using CAE tools including: AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks.

Understanding of and/or experience using Minitab.

CRITICAL THINKING/ANALYTICAL/PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS

Skills including: analysis, synthesis of information, problem-solving, creative thinking, etc.

PLANNING

Skills including: the ability to plan, allot time, and determine the method, manner, and/or sequence of work performed. Must be a self-directed, self-starter who is motivated, organized, and willing to accept responsibility and accountability.

DECISION MAKING

The employee will be required to make numerous decisions on a daily basis with varying degrees of importance, ranging from establishing work priorities to major design and processing decisions. These decisions will affect personal workload as well as plant operations, product costs, product performance, customer satisfaction, warranty exposure, and organization profitability.

MENTAL DEMAND

The nature of engineering places a continuous mental demand on the employee. Close attention and focus are required to avoid mistakes and/or miscommunication with team KLINGER RCM USA members, and customers.

ACCURACY

The nature of engineering places a premium on accuracy; as such a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail is required for this position.

PUBLIC CONTACT

The employee in this role will have extensive contacts with various diversified sectors of the public environment including foreign and domestic KLINGER RCM USA team members, customers, and suppliers. When in contact with these groups or individuals, it is critical that the employee represent KLINGER RCM USA in the most professional and courteous manner possible. Our reputation is critical to the success or failure of the organization.

EMPLOYEE CONTACT

The employee will interact on a daily basis with other departments of the organization including Sales, Quality, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Scheduling, IT, and Management. This interaction will include problems solving, product development/testing, program management, strategic planning, and business development. Each requires that judgment and tact in presentation be used to obtain the cooperation and/or approval all team members involved.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

The Director of Engineering will provide direction and oversight by collaboratively setting goals and objectives, conducting weekly update meetings, and performing quarterly and yearly reviews of performance.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The employee will be expected to maintain regular and reliable attendance. Work hours are: Monday through Friday 8:00a – 5:00p (salaried positions are expected to work the number of hours necessary to complete assigned tasks according to established deadlines).

While this job description is a listing of primary duties, it in no way is intended to encompass all tasks that may be assigned. The employee may, from time to time, be requested to perform tasks above or below their position/pay grade.