What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing / Project Engineer position at iMPact Business Group?
Job Description
Manufacturing / Project Engineer
Location : Belding, MI
Our client, a leading Tier 1 automotive manufacturer, is seeking a Project Engineer to manage equipment implementation, continuous improvement initiatives, and machine downtime tracking. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who enjoys working on manufacturing process improvements while overseeing new and existing equipment projects. If you have experience in automotive manufacturing and a strong engineering background, this is a great opportunity to make a tangible impact on production efficiency and operations.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead projects for new equipment installation and replacement, including obtaining and evaluating at least three vendor quotes per project.
- Oversee the rebuilding and upgrading of aging machinery to improve efficiency and reliability.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes and reduce downtime.
- Track and analyze machine downtime to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Manage long-term machine implementation projects while concurrently executing process improvement efforts.
- Provide corporate management with detailed documentation and reports on project status, progress, and performance metrics.
- Ensure all engineering projects align with company goals for safety, quality, and efficiency.
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