What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at DISHER Talent Solutions?
Manufacturing Engineer - Grand Haven, Michigan
DISHER is partnering with a local manufacturing company that specializes in meeting it's customers demands for lighting, power, and functional accessories by focusing on front-end research. We are searching for a Manufacturing Engineer that has a background in metal fabrication and has the ability to communicate well across departments. This company thrives in open communication, respect, and being open to new ideas.
What it's like to work here:
This manufacturing company's culture is second to none. They value their employees and respect everyone's opinions and energy. The average tenure of employees here is over 10 years with very low turnover. They really focus on adding value to their team not just through technical skills, but through bringing on hard working, respectful, and confident individuals who are humble and eager to make a difference.
What you will get to do:
DISHER is partnering with a local manufacturing company that specializes in meeting it's customers demands for lighting, power, and functional accessories by focusing on front-end research. We are searching for a Manufacturing Engineer that has a background in metal fabrication and has the ability to communicate well across departments. This company thrives in open communication, respect, and being open to new ideas.
What it's like to work here:
This manufacturing company's culture is second to none. They value their employees and respect everyone's opinions and energy. The average tenure of employees here is over 10 years with very low turnover. They really focus on adding value to their team not just through technical skills, but through bringing on hard working, respectful, and confident individuals who are humble and eager to make a difference.
What you will get to do:
- Lead maintenance personnel and facilitate the resolution of issues that impact safety and downtime
- Specify, develop, support the procurement of, and implement internal tooling, fixtures, and equipment
- The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for maintaining internal tooling, fixtures, equipment, and floor layout
- Proficiency in CAD software for product design, manufacturing, and process optimization
- Determine and implement a schedule for equipment and tooling preventative maintenance
- Gather and analyze data to create flex capacity plans in coordination with supervisors to help determine staffing needs
- Develop process routing and work instructions for new products or processes in coordination with plant leadership
- Train operators on new products and processes or major changes to existing products or processes
- Maintain required documentation according to company's document control procedures
- Conduct training for appropriate associates and ensure all documentation for lock out and tag out meets applicable standards
- Work with cross functional teams to ensure cost reduction and product launch initiatives are effectively executed
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- Product Development / Launch experience (e.g., DFA/DFM, PFMEA, capacity planning)
- Experience with tooling, fixture, and equipment design for assembly
- Professional team player with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization
- Takes initiative and is willing to take calculated risks to achieve goals
