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About the Opportunity:
JOB PURPOSE:
The Manufacturing Engineer II supports manufacturing projects to ensure schedule and financial adherence to established divisional goals and objectives.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Drive continuous improvement efforts in the plant in terms of safety, quality, cost and delivery
Develop value stream maps, standard work/process sheets, routings, capacity analysis, and line layouts to assist continuous improvement efforts
Utilize Lean Six-Sigma concepts to eliminate waste, reduce process variation, increase production throughout, and improve material flow and part availability (PFEP/line replenishment)
Conduct and participate in Kaizen events and train line workers to drive Lean principles like Kanban and one-piece flow
Assist in tooling and fixture design, fabrication, and installation, to ensure quality specifications and drive process improvement
Seek process optimization through capital equipment justification and acquisition and introduction of new technologies into existing processes
Develop/maintain Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (PFMEA)
Provide manufacturing engineering support to new product introductions using the tools/methods and the PACE process
Participate proactively in cross-functional teams
Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Three (3) years experience in a lean manufacturing environment
B.S. in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent
Must possess strong understanding of Lean principles/methods including Value Stream Maps, 5S, Kaizen, etc.
Must be a "hands-on" problem-solver with the ability to multi-task on several projects and maintain high quality and timeliness of deliverables
Must have strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to effectively communicate with all areas of the organization
Must be able to apply root cause analysis and problem-solving tools
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office skills, experience with Oracle and/or Solid Works
At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we believe in taking care of our team with a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive pay and a range of valuable benefits. The salary range for this position, intended for U.S. applicants, is $77,000- $ 98,000annually.The actual salary will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities. The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Ramsey, MN and the actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.
This position is eligible to participate in Life Fitness / Hammer Strength's annual Manager Incentive Plan to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of bonus varies based on company and individual performance goals and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan. This position is eligible to receive a mobile allowance to offset the costs of using a personal cell phone for business related purposes.
Life Fitness / Hammer Strength offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time team members, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match; medical, dental and vision insurance, parental, medical and military leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 13 days annually, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance, hospital indemnity; identity protection, legal services, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, employee discounts, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
Want to take the next step in your career?
Life Fitness/Hammer Strength takes pride in our talented employees and believes in providing opportunities for further growth and advancement. We encourage you to test your strengths, push your limits, and unleash your potential. If you feel the position is right for you, we invite you to apply. We'll work with you closely to support you throughout the hiring process. If your CV/ resume shows that your skills and experience have synergy with the job description, then we'll hop on a call to get to know you and your experience and discuss the position in more detail. If it's not the right opportunity this time, we'll always let you know.
Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding employment, recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
There continues to be a significant increase in phishing attempts across all industries where fraudsters are impersonating real employees and sending fictitious job offers to applicants in a scheme to obtain sensitive information. Please note that Life Fitness/Hammer Strength will never ask for your financial information at any part of the interview process, including the post-offer stage, and will only correspond through "@lifefitness.com" or "@indoorcycling.com" domain email addresses or "lifefitness@myworkday.com" for U.S. opportunities.
Life Fitness/Hammer Strength does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors.
