Position Overview: The Manufacturing Engineer Lead is responsible for overseeing the design, optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. This role focuses on improving production efficiency, product quality, and minimizing costs while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Process Development and Optimization: Design and implement new manufacturing processes, tools, and equipment. Continuously improve existing processes to enhance production efficiency and reduce waste.
Troubleshooting and Problem Solving: Address production challenges, including equipment malfunctions, quality issues, and delays. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve problems.
Project Management: Lead or assist in the planning and execution of manufacturing projects, including new product introductions, equipment upgrades, and facility improvements.
Data Analysis and Reporting: Collect, analyze, and report on production data to monitor efficiency, identify trends, and propose improvements. Use tools like Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and other methodologies to optimize workflows.
Equipment and Facility Support: Ensure that all manufacturing equipment is functioning properly. Coordinate with maintenance and operations teams to ensure uptime and minimize disruptions.
Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, quality, and production teams to ensure seamless integration of new products into manufacturing processes. Provide technical support for product design modifications.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of processes, equipment specifications, and process improvements. Ensure that documentation meets regulatory and company standards.
Compliance and Safety: Ensure that manufacturing processes comply with all safety, health, environmental, and quality regulations.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
Experience:
5-7 years of experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
Skills:
Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software, PDM and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including laser and TIG welding and CNC machining. Knowledge/experience working with electrical components and systems and soldering a plus.
Electromechanical assembly design/manufacturing experience including metrology methods and GD&T.
Automation experience a plus.
Proven track record of fixture and production cell design to accommodate novel processing techniques
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
Ability to analyze data and make decisions based on insights.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Willingness to embrace continuous learning and stay abreast of technological advancements in manufacturing, such as automation and robotics.
Preferred:
Familiarity with quality management systems (QMS) and regulatory standards such as ISO 9001 & 17025
Certification in Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing is a plus.
Work Environment:
On-site position in Franklin, MA, working closely with production teams and management.
Occasional travel to vendors or other facilities may be required.
What You Can Expect from Us Our goal is to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our benefits include Health Insurance, Health Savings/Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k) company match on first 5%, Paid-Time Off, 11 Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program and Educational Assistance Reimbursement.
Who We Are Dynisco is a global leader in innovative applications of high precision, sensor-based technology and critical insight solutions that improve process safety and performance for the plastics, oil & gas markets. The company serves a diverse group of customers throughout the world and with more than 6 decades of commitment to helping customers, Dynisco provides the tools and services for the polymer industry allowing customers a "window into the process". The information Dynisco provides allows our customers to keep their process consistent regardless of their global locations. Dynisco's diverse portfolio of sensing and polymer test equipment delivers some of the most accurate information available in the market for the measurement of polymer rheology, pressure, and temperature. Over the next 5 years, Dynisco will be aggressively expanding its business and is seeking top-level talent to join our growing team. (www.dynisco.com) Come help us and some of the biggest names in plastic production shape the future of sustainability in the plastics industry. Learn more about us here!
Dynisco is headquartered in Franklin, Massachusetts, with facilities in Heilbronn, Germany and Malaysia. Dynisco will not pay to relocate. We are an EOE M/F/D/V employer.
Our Team. Globally, we are a team of diverse and talented individuals. Qualified candidates come to "Dynisco with a passion to grow while making a difference with innovation, employee engagement, customer partnerships and continuous improvement. Our Culture. Every employee has a voice. At Dynisco, new hires are selected to affect change, participate in solutions, challenge the norm, collaborate and contribute.
DYNISCO VALUES
Respect: We believe in the dignity of every person and the power that can be harnessed through diversity in talents, perspectives, and experiences.
Credibility: We strive to earn long-lasting trust and credibility with others through uncompromising ethics, integrity, quality performance, and honoring our commitments.
Customer Commitment: We meet or exceed customer needs and expectations by demonstrating deep understanding, meaningful collaboration, and a positive productive experience.
Pursuit of Excellence: We promote a growth mindset that fosters creativity, innovation, and learning, to drive continuous improvement.
Community Responsibility: We actively participate in our communities to support social priorities, help those in need, and drive a more sustainable future.
At Dynisco, we value the unique backgrounds, skills and abilities each team member brings to our workplace. We believe everyone deserves a fair opportunity to succeed and appreciate the experiences and perspectives each person brings beyond the traditional job requirements. Please don't hesitate to apply even if you do not meet full requirements - we'd love to hear from you!
