What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at Barry-Wehmiller?
About Us :
BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers - every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers. For more information, visit bwpapersystems.com.
Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief : to use the power of business to build a better world.
Job Description :
As a Manufacturing Engineer at BW Papersystems, you will be responsible for analyzing and improving manufacturing processes, workflows, and product quality through the application of Lean techniques and continuous improvement strategies. You will evaluate and resolve manufacturing challenges, recommend process improvements, and contribute to the development of standard work and operational procedures. Additionally, you will drive efficiency by leading special projects, optimizing plant layout, and utilizing data analysis to reduce waste and enhance overall productivity.
Job Responsibilities :
- Champion continuous improvement efforts, fostering employee buy-in and facilitating lasting changes to enhance plant safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
- Use Lean tools to lead process improvements aimed at reducing cycle time, defects, changeover time, lead time, and process variation.
- Plan, direct, and coordinate manufacturing processes while improving methods based on product design, materials, tooling, equipment, and quality control standards.
- Implement Lean processes such as Standard Work, 7S, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, and Pull Principles, leading cross-functional teams in continuous improvement initiatives.
- Monitor manufacturing costs and efficiency, evaluating cost reduction activities and the economic feasibility of proposed changes.
- Act as a liaison between design engineering and operations, offering technical support and guidance to various departments.
- Develop, document, and sustain standard work procedures to ensure consistent operational performance.
- Provide training and mentoring to shop floor associates and leaders in Lean manufacturing and quality system concepts.
- Troubleshoot and resolve errors in the manufacturing environment to maintain smooth operations.
- Provide leadership and mentoring to less experienced engineers, supporting their development and growth.
- Other duties as assigned
Required Education and Experience :
LI-MG2
At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work-therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M / F / D / V This organization uses E-Verify.
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Company : BW Papersystems
