Industrial Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

OVERALL POSITION FUNCTION

We are looking for an experienced, high-energy individual to join our manufacturing management team.  The ideal candidate has proven engineering and project management experience and is interested in both analytical work and hands on involvement in production.

The right candidate will learn the Samscreen processes with an end goal of making production, technical and quality decisions regarding methods, processes, equipment, and staff development.  Additionally, you will work with the COO in continuing the development of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement objectives, in a fast paced, custom manufacturing environment.

The right candidate needs strong project management abilities, the ability to work cooperatively with a network of peers, and a drive to contribute to measurable improvement in our key performance metrics.

POSITION LOCATION

Conklin NY

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY

Expected areas of focus are :

• Implementing technical solutions to resolve production issues, improve overall processes, and expand production capabilities and output.  This involves implementation of both capital projects and continuous improvement projects.
• Working on 5S and Lean manufacturing projects with our various department supervisors to improve visual work place organization.
• Design of simple mechanisms, fixtures, and tools to support implementation of projects.  Ability to use AutoCAD is needed, and familiarity with SolidWorks is a plus.
• Hands on involvement in manufacturing methods, and implementation of equipment.  In many cases, this position is expected to be the technical lead in resolving issues, training staff, and documenting new methods.
• Creation, revision, and maintenance of Operations procedures. The right candidate will have the desire, drive, and technical skill to become a subject matter expert on our manufacturing processes.
• Supporting all operations functions, including scheduling, production, maintenance, and engineering.
• Understanding of ERP systems, and how Samscreen uses our ERP and corresponding systems to meet our production goals and philosophy.  The Industrial Engineer will be evolved in developing job travelers and work standards, and contribute to the establishment overall production metrics.
• Makes recommendations to, and gets approval from the COO relating to capital equipment purchases.
• Assists with consistent and effective development, management, performance evaluation, and performance management of all Production, Quality, Engineering, Logistics, Maintenance and Safety groups, teams and personnel.

PERFORMANCE METRICS

Success is measured on :

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY

Demonstrated Leadership ability, and experience in a Leadership role.

Ability to make, justify, and implement decisions.

Experience with CAD and programming EIA G-code.

Ability to work both individually and as a part of a team

Must be detail oriented, quality conscious, and willing to make decisions to support the organizations positive quality reputation.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Schedule is 1st shift, Monday to Friday, with potential of additional weekend / evening hours as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mix of Shop Floor and office environment.

CONFORMANCE

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

Samscreen expects all employees to perform quality work, strive to assist the company to meet all objectives and goals, and continuously improve all aspects of operations in alignment with the published corporate Mission Statement. Samscreen requires all employees to conform to all corporate guidelines, handbooks, directives and policies.

COMPENSATION

We offer a very attractive starting pay, Paid Sick Leave, Holiday, Vacation and Incentive Pay Program. Employer sponsored Health Insurance, AFLAC supplemental Health and Life Insurance. 401K with a generous Safe Harbor Match.