What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at Seats?
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining manufacturing systems for the efficient manufacture and assembly of high quality product though the use of engineering science. The Manufacturing Engineer will be involved in solving production challenges and troubleshooting while managing improvement projects. The Manufacturing Engineer will collaborate with Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, Quality, Purchasing and MIS to develop and maintain manufacturing systems that can accurately and efficiently produce product. Position requires up to 10% in-state and out-of-state travel.
About Seats Incorporated
At Seats Incorporated we're passionate about improving comfort and functionality for vehicle seating around the world. We are focused on quality, comfort, and improving to create the products and environments that our customers need. Our products are highly variable and demand a level of engineering that encompasses many fields. Our products are found in on-highway trucking, construction, railroad, lawn and turf care, fire trucks, and a variety of other applications.
Seats Incorporated has a competitive wage and benefits package including 401(k) with match, paid holidays, paid vacation, in-house medical clinic, and support for continuing education.
Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot equipment and manufacturing challenges in area of focus
- Continuously seek improvements for efficiency and quality for processes in area of focus
- Ensure the efficient and high quality production of products manufactured
- Assist in quoting of new products or product improvements
- Evaluate tooling needs and implementation plan
- Design in house constructed tooling
- Develop tooling specifications
- Review tooling designs prior to construction
- Evaluate ECRs and MECRs as necessary
- Evaluate production efficiency and develop improvement plans using 6 Sigma methodology
- Assist in production work center layout redesign
- Develop production work center layout redesigns in CAD and perform ergonomic studies
- Develop process and value stream maps to assist in efficiency improvement
- Perform Process Capability Studies
- Assist in pre-production design critique and evaluation though participation in design reviews
- Collaborate of cross functional teams to develop and maintain DFM & DFA standards
- Evaluate SPC data and seek improvements where necessary
- Assist with justification and installation of new equipment
- Develop PFMEA documentation
- Assist in development of production systems and technology
- Assist in production launch planning
- Effectively manage multiple projects
- Communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization
Required Skills:
- B.S. Degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering or related experience
- Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and create technical documents, engineering drawings, and engineering documentation. Ability to create documents and correspondence to effectively present information, respond to questions, solve problems, and justify needs
- Ability to work independently and to organize and prioritize tasks to meet required deadlines.
- Ability to multitask
- Proficient in the use of productivity software such as Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and 3D CAD.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with manufacturing process experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated, demonstrated initiative, and ability to take on project leadership
- Lean 6σ experience and training
Additional Skills:
- Sheet Metal, Welding, and Assembly operations
- IATF 16949 experience
Benefits Include:
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefit package
- Free on-site Clinic
- 401k plan with company match, fully vested 1st day
- Paid vacation & holidays
- Profit Sharing & Performance Bonus Programs
- Support for Continuing Education
- Opportunities for growth. We promote from within!
Seats Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/E-Verify Employer
