Manufacturing Engineer Jobs

This is a position with WM Technologies, LLC which sells Weil-McLain® branded products. Weil-McLain® is a leading North American Brand of hydronic comfort heating systems for residential, commercial and institutional buildings since 1881.Weil-McLain is a leading North American Brand of hydronic comfort heating systems for residential, commercial and institutional buildings since 1881. The related companies have manufacturing facilities in Michigan City, Indiana and Eden, North Carolina, along with regional sales offices throughout the United States and an administrative office in Burr Ridge, Illinois. Building on a reputation of quality and innovation, we are committed to creating Simplified Solutions for our Complex World™.

Job Summary

The Engineer II- Manufacturing role is responsible for carrying out assigned projects involving Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering techniques to improve production efficiencies and reduce costs. Coordinates a variety of projects from inception through completion and follow-up with minimal direction or supervision. Does time studies and data development for rates, line balancing and cost estimates. Completes workplace improvements, methods, and layouts. Investigates, recommends, and installs new or improved processes.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• A sound mathematical sense and ability to explain equations in simplified, business terms.
• Understanding of the process of engineering revisions, engineering change notices, engineering deviations and the corresponding impact on manufacturing.
• Determine machine and manpower requirements for production and make recommendations to Management, particularly for annual business plans and forecasts.
• Analyze reports and data collected to determine and recommend changes in methods, tooling, and/or equipment to more fully utilize manpower and time to increase productivity, quality, or product value.
• Understanding of inventory control techniques and knowledge of implications of BOM accuracy, inventory accuracy, and material transactions/movement within the factory.
• Experience with design-for-manufacturing methods (desired).
• Familiarity with MRP planning & production scheduling techniques.
• Solid foundation/understanding of manufacturing financial metrics – working capital, Raw/WIP/FGI inventory, inventory turns, productivity, efficiency, order fill rate, on-time delivery, etc.
• Ability to absorb extensive raw data (e.g. forecast/demand data, finite work elements, quality data, scrap/rework data), performs detailed analysis on the data, and creates logical summaries to use during facility layout.
• Experience with designing and implementing machine/assembly cells and factory layouts.
• Successful crafting of a capital appropriation request (E201) with supporting EVA calculations as well as project management leadership.
• Provides departments with necessary information and statistical data concerning cost standards, variance analysis, budgetary controls, cost reduction analyses, and product cost estimates for new or changed products. To include, but not limited to the following:
• Work closely with Plant Supervision and Management at all levels to determine feasibility of proposed projects and provide data or information for accurate decisions.
• Lead teams and giving direction to production personnel (direct & indirect labor) and supporting personnel.
• Supply technical guidance to Production Supervision concerning methods, time studies, production standards, and payroll practices to maximize efficiency.
• Some exposure to the various aspects of a supply chain – from distribution, to mfg., to first-tier suppliers, to second-tier suppliers – and the typical problems within the chain.
• Provide supporting data regarding standards and assist in the presentation of such data as required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Works well under stress with the ability to deliver on time required.
• Knowledge of Lean and 6 Sigma principles.
• Understanding of the process of engineering revisions, engineering change notices, engineering deviations and the corresponding impact on manufacturing.
• One-piece flow: balancing, pacing and improved through-put
• Experience with designing and implementing machine/assembly cells and factory layouts.
• Experience with design-for-manufacturing methods (desired).
• Ability to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Problems solving and data analysis skills (8D, 5Y, statistics, etc.).
• Experience with JD Edwards preferred
• Proven ability to assess situations and develop plans to quickly resolve
• Understanding of inventory control techniques and knowledge of implications of BOM accuracy, inventory accuracy, and material transactions/movement within the factory.
• Knowledge and experience in the following concepts:
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills
• Exhibits a strong ability to handle multiple demands with a sense of urgency, drive and energy required
• Lean manufacturing knowledge and driving cultural transformation with leadership
• Ability to work with all levels of employees
• Visual factory; KPIs, pacing boards, EI
• Must have Strong computer skills with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications. Able to develop summary graphs, tables, pivot tables, and other reports using PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
• Experience working with cross functional teams

Education And Experience

• 5+ years in a manufacturing engineering role (preferred).
• Bachelor Degree required in Engineering or related field.
• Mechanical Engineering Degree (preferred)

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