Senior Manufacturing Engineer

SUMMARY:

Develop and implement new or improved methods, tooling, and machine designs to resolve engineering challenges involved in the manufacturing process. Create and maintain a culture of problem-solvers using Lean principles.

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·       Manage engineering projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met.

·       Provide technical leadership and mentorship to process, maintenance and production teams.

·       Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams (maintenance, quality, production, etc.).

·       Represent manufacturing through new product introductions.

·       Facilitate or assist with production part approval process (PPAP).

·       Evaluate, review, and design systems/processes to increase production capabilities to improve quality, efficiency, ergonomics, and safety.

·       Mentor and/or lead continuous improvement projects using Lean principles.

·       Conduct engineering studies with the manufacturing team to determine root cause and corrective actions to quality issues.

·       Prepare and deploy improvements in tool or equipment design. Assist with the capital procurement process.

·       Perform or direct major repair or installation of production equipment.

·       Train team members on proper utilization of production tools, procedures, and equipment.

·       Keep abreast of new developments in the fields of engineering design, methods, and applications.

·       May evaluate actual costs and determine causes for overruns in time and materials.

·       Demonstrates the Viaflex Team Member Values in their daily actions.

·       Maintain a clean and safe work area. Follow established safety and ergonomic standards.

·       May be called upon to perform comparable duties of a similar or related nature and/or assist in other areas as needed.

·       Learning, understanding, continuously improving, and promoting the division’s quality management system in accordance with ISO standards.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Experienced engineer with 5 years of career experience, with bachelor’s degree. 3 years’ experience with Master's degree. PHD entry level. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Furthers knowledge of profession through continued education and/or seeking mentorship.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Specific skills, proficiencies, and knowledge in field related to position, as identified by department leadership. Understanding of Lean Principles and manufacturing processes is preferred. Ability to apply design theory and methodology. Innovative in nature and open to new ideas. High level of customer service skills. Knowledge of manufacturing techniques is preferred. Well-developed problem analysis and problem-solving techniques. Proficiency with a computer, including use of Microsoft Word and Excel. Team player who is self-motivated and has ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership staff. Travel may be necessary, based on position. US Citizenship may be required, based on position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Requirements: Required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions: Exposure to a normal office environment. Position may occasionally require entering a production environment, including exposure to noise, fumes, moving machinery, and varied temperatures.

LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT:

Positions reports to:

This position has no direct reports.

BENEFITS TO YOU:

Not all benefits are created equal, but we have got you covered. Viaflex not only offers a wide range of benefits that encourage wellness and preventative care, but we also provide the right tools and programs to help you achieve it.  Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability insurance and 401k.   We offer workplace flexibility policies to promote work/life balance in addition to paid time off (PTO) benefits.  Team Members can also take advantage of additional benefit programs such as education assistance, our onsite fitness center or fitness center reimbursement, employee assistance program (EAP) and much more.

EEOC STATEMENT:

Viaflex is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.