What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer 3 - Stamping position at Strattec Security Corp.?
Responsibilities
STRATTEC Security Corporation is one of the world's largest suppliers providing access and security systems to the automotive market. This drives us to be an innovative company with the latest technology. STRATTEC creates exciting opportunities to people who like to work in an environment that challenges them to be creative, deal with multiple customers and projects, and research the latest technology. You will help STRATTEC to be a pioneer by working closely with the largest automotive customers in the world along with the largest electronic partners.
Let us know who you are! We want to know what motivates you and why you are the ideal candidate for our growing team. The ideal candidate will possess a team oriented attitude; have a multidiscipline background, and a passion for innovation.
If you are one who like to be part of a team, has strong skillsets and likes to see your own ideas come to life, apply quickly!
SUMMARY
The Manufacturing Engineer 3 - Stamping role is the senior level engineering position responsible for the efficient design, development, and implementation of manufacturing processes and systems to support the stamping production value stream. This role manages the specification and implementation of the equipment, tooling and processes considered during the entire product life cycle of a part (development, launch, continuous improvement, service and end of life).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the development of layouts, drawings, specifications, test methods, process flow diagrams, FMEA’s and control plans. Must be familiar with AIAG format for above documentation.
- Coordinates the launch of new programs which may include new equipment, tooling and processes to ensure a smooth transition into production with minimal problems.
- Defines and coordinates continuous improvement for scrap, material flow, manufacturing set-up issues or the reduction of other process related costs.
- Facilitates problem-solving and continuous improvement activities utilizing various process models, DMAIC and statistical techniques.
- Responsible for the investigation of new equipment capabilities and the development of plans to take advantage of new technology.
- Participates as manufacturing process engineer as part of cross functional team.
- Leads in facilitating and coordinating advanced product planning for new designs, including capital requisitions as necessary.
- Leads the preparation or coordination of required process validation activities during advanced product quality planning.
- Additional engineering responsibilities as assigned by the department manager.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s of Science degree in Engineering & 10 years of experience, or a Master’s of Science degree in Engineering & 5 years of related field experience.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret drawings, specifications, periodicals and journals with support, as necessary, from more senior team members.
- Ability to advise, teach, explain and present technical concepts to other technical personnel.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite, especially MS Excel.
- Proven problem-solving abilities and methodology.
- Self-motivated, adaptable and possesses strong planning and organizational skills.
- Able to manage multiple deliverables in a complex environment.
- Strong understanding of stamping manufacturing processes is required.
- Familiarity with AIAG documentation requirements is required.
- Familiarity with working in a union environment is preferred.
