Manufacturing Engineer
Contact McKenzie Hutaff for more information: mckenzie@brooksmarinegroup.com
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Industrial- Manufacturing Engineer. You will devise effective ways for team members, equipment, materials, information, and power supplies to manufacture better products and improve processes.
Reports to: Process Improvements Manager
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the advancement and implementation of lean manufacturing initiatives in production.
• Coordinate problem-solving activities on the plant floor with multi-department resources.
• Establish operational methods and work standards using various work measurement techniques.
• Optimize use of floor space, materials, team members, and equipment.
• Support manufacturing production teams to improve efficiency and resolve issues.
• Analyze existing operations and propose cost-justified improvements.
• Maintain high-quality standards through on-the-floor interaction with team members to ensure quality and accuracy in each step of the production process.
• Play a key role in the implementation of new processes, equipment, and products.
• Evaluate and design ergonomic workstations and material handling systems.
• Initiate, plan, execute, and control strategic projects to accomplish company strategic goals.
Skills and abilities for success in this position:
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to work closely with all members of the company.
• Excellent organization, facilitation, and project management skills.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and conceptual thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects without issues with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Ability to make sound judgments and take the initiative to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and make decisions/choices within the functional area of responsibility with minimal direct supervision.
• Regular and punctual attendance.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere and interaction with customers, co-workers, and management.
• Ability to handle emergency situations calmly.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Education, and/or Experience required:
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing/operations environment.
• Four (4) year post-secondary degree, with a focus in industrial engineering or manufacturing is preferred. Level of experience in a manufacturing organization will be considered.
• Strong lean manufacturing experience especially in continuous improvement, elimination of waste, 5S, Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and visual management is preferred.
• Able to initiate, plan, direct, and execute process improvement projects.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work with minimum direction and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to develop positive working relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills combined with the ability to read and understand blueprints and drawings.
• Must have good organizational and communication skills.
• Must have a team-oriented mindset.
• Strong computer skills to analyze, organize and present data and information using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working CAD knowledge.
• Fluent in the English language with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A self-starter who takes a proactive approach and has good decision-making skills.
• A self-motivated individual who excels in a challenging environment.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel occasionally.
Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to work in a non-climate controlled environment where ambient air temperature can exceed outside air temperature occasionally.
• Must be able to bend at waist and knees and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds when necessary.
• This is a safety-sensitive position.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Industrial- Manufacturing Engineer. You will devise effective ways for team members, equipment, materials, information, and power supplies to manufacture better products and improve processes.
Reports to: Process Improvements Manager
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the advancement and implementation of lean manufacturing initiatives in production.
• Coordinate problem-solving activities on the plant floor with multi-department resources.
• Establish operational methods and work standards using various work measurement techniques.
• Optimize use of floor space, materials, team members, and equipment.
• Support manufacturing production teams to improve efficiency and resolve issues.
• Analyze existing operations and propose cost-justified improvements.
• Maintain high-quality standards through on-the-floor interaction with team members to ensure quality and accuracy in each step of the production process.
• Play a key role in the implementation of new processes, equipment, and products.
• Evaluate and design ergonomic workstations and material handling systems.
• Initiate, plan, execute, and control strategic projects to accomplish company strategic goals.
Skills and abilities for success in this position:
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to work closely with all members of the company.
• Excellent organization, facilitation, and project management skills.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and conceptual thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects without issues with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Ability to make sound judgments and take the initiative to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and make decisions/choices within the functional area of responsibility with minimal direct supervision.
• Regular and punctual attendance.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere and interaction with customers, co-workers, and management.
• Ability to handle emergency situations calmly.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Education, and/or Experience required:
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing/operations environment.
• Four (4) year post-secondary degree, with a focus in industrial engineering or manufacturing is preferred. Level of experience in a manufacturing organization will be considered.
• Strong lean manufacturing experience especially in continuous improvement, elimination of waste, 5S, Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and visual management is preferred.
• Able to initiate, plan, direct, and execute process improvement projects.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work with minimum direction and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to develop positive working relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills combined with the ability to read and understand blueprints and drawings.
• Must have good organizational and communication skills.
• Must have a team-oriented mindset.
• Strong computer skills to analyze, organize and present data and information using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working CAD knowledge.
• Fluent in the English language with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A self-starter who takes a proactive approach and has good decision-making skills.
• A self-motivated individual who excels in a challenging environment.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel occasionally.
Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to work in a non-climate controlled environment where ambient air temperature can exceed outside air temperature occasionally.
• Must be able to bend at waist and knees and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds when necessary.
• This is a safety-sensitive position.