ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

• Responsible for the development and planning of manufacturing processes.
• Responsible for the development and installation of tools, equipment, gages, and standard work.
• Supports the evaluation, purchase, development, and installation of new capital equipment.
• Identify, develop, justify, and implement process improvement, cost reduction, quality improvement, and safety and ergonomic improvement projects.
• Apply statistical methods to evaluate and improve process capability and estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• Provide technical project management support.
• Fluent with the use CNC milling, turning, and grinding applications.
• Provides technical assistance and training for assigned plant operations.
• Create and maintain accurate work instructions, routings, and BOMs.
• Ability to design and model fixture components and assembly tooling using Solidworks /AutoCAD.

• BS in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering degree required.

• Experienced in CNC programming 4-axis milling, 3-axis turning, and grinding.
• Experience with manufacturing automation (Robotics, Cobots, PLCs, etc.)
• Computer skills - MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio), AutoCAD, Solid Works, CAM, or an equivalent CAD/CAM software.
• Experience with managing CAPEX projects for various manufacturing processes.
• Experience with lean principles, including Value Stream Mapping, 6S, Kaizen, Standard Work, and Six Sigma.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Willingness/desire to learn and utilize lean manufacturing principles.
• Track record of taking ownership of work and displaying strong customer focus.
• Self-starter with the ability to establish, prioritize, and organize work tasks.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt - Preferred