Production Engineer 4 (6177)

Overview

The Production Engineer 4 is responsible for the continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, fabrication and assembly, cost reduction initiatives, processing of engineering changes, and introduction of new products. Also provides guidance and mentoring to junior engineers, technicians and operations support staff. Capable of development of project plans, execution of capital projects and significant activities requiring a multi-functional team. The Production Engineer (PE) is a team player, results oriented, dedicated to excellence and strong work ethics.

Position Responsibilities

• Establish continuous improvement goals and execute action plans.
• Utilize proven lean manufacturing abilities to identify opportunities for cost reduction, increased quality, workflow improvements, estimating, project analysis, technology development and core manufacturing skill set.
• Develop and support DOE (Design of experiments), 8D (Eight Disciplines of team-oriented problem-solving), FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis), 6 Sigma and DFM (Design for Manufacturing) analysis and implementation of Kaizen activities.
• Work with Design Engineers to revise, and sustain HVAC product, tooling and machine designs utilizing knowledge of mechanical engineering principles; provide manufacturing technical resource to Design Project teams.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior engineers, technicians, and support staff.
• Develop and manage project schedules related to existing product launches or design modifications.
• Document product designs by preparing cost analysis, review drawings, and engineering change requests.
• Assist other team members in redesigning internal components to improve overall long-term system quality, improve efficiency and reduce cost.
• Develop engineering solutions to product related issues through problem solving and root cause analysis techniques.
• Participate on cross functional teams to launch product modifications, resolve issues, and support product improvements.
• Plans medium to large projects and release of new processes, including obtaining quotes, preparing Capital Approval Requests (CAR), issue requisitions and PO's.
• Oversees CAPEX (Capital Expenditure) development until projects full implementation.
• Process developer including new technology and long-range planning for process families and systems.
• Speaks for the department and presents status and strategy information across departments.
• Coordinate project work internally with the department and externally with other departments to ensure on-time completion of projects within budget. Provide Guidance to Junior PE's & techs on other projects.
• Develop suppliers for manufacturing equipment, develop key suppliers, create an environment of continuous improvement in equipment UPTIME, EFFICIENCY & QUALITY.
• Perform additional projects / duties to support ongoing business needs.

Nature & Scope

Knowledge & Skills

Experience

Education / Certification

People Management

No

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Reports To

Manager, Production Engineering

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person's race, color, creed, citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, physical or mental (including HIV / AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, protected leave, marital status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.

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