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New Product Launch (NPL) Manufacturing Engineer????

New Product Launch (NPL) Manufacturing Engineer????

RED LINE PLASTICS LLCManitowoc, WI, US
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Job Description

New Product Launch (NPL) Manufacturing Engineer

Move Fast. Think Sharp. Be a Ninja.

  • ????Why join our Ninja squad? ????

At Redline Plastics , we don’t just hire employees—we recruit Ninjas who thrive in a fast-moving, hands-on environment. If you like staying active, solving problems, and working with a team that delivers WOW , this is the job for you.

Why You’ll Love Working Here :

  • Amazing Teammates : Our Ninjas are the best! We listen, adapt, and push ourselves to be better every day— shutting up and listening when needed and engaging in radical candor when it matters. No jackasses ! ????
  • Work = Fun : ???? We take our work seriously, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously.
  • Bonuses? Yes Please! : ????Crush your goals like a ninja and get rewarded!
  • Awesome Benefits :

    • Prorated vacation your 1st year - You can buy extra vacation days!!! / Get paid to recruit a Ninja / Onsite Nurse / Medical Insurance (with HSA) / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance / Short & Long Term Disability / 401k / Paid Holidays / Critical Illness / Accident Insurance / EAP / Gym Membership Reimbursement

    JOB PURPOSE or JOB SUMMARY :

    The primary role of the New Product Launch (NPL) Manufacturing Engineer is to systematically take a project through the NPL process by way of designing the process(es) to meet or exceed customer communicated specifications while meeting internal requirements of the project tied to Safety, Quality, and Delivery.

    The NPL Manufacturing Engineer will design and verify the process by working closely with Account Managers and be heavily involved with training plant personnel to be able to complete the product in accordance to customer specifications with assistance from Subject Matter Experts. The NPL Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for assisting the documentation team in creating and verifying all necessary documents tied to said project.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES :

    Typical duties for this position include, but are not limited to, the following :

  • Gain a solid understanding of customer requirements verifying product manufacturability. Be able to articulate any and all concerns to key stakeholders within the organization and in some cases directly to the customer.
  • Design manufacturing process of new product in the safest, most efficient, and repeatable way possible with both internal and external customers in mind.
  • Will perform hands-on work based on process design to produce sample parts in accordance to known customer specifications.
  • Train production employees to designed and approved process.
  • Assist the documentation team in creating all new documents required which are relevant to each new project.
  • Confirm or identify discrepancies in BOM’s.
  • Verify process against key corporate metrics via formal audit process.
  • Will be involved in Continuous Improvement initiatives related to any and all manufacturing processes at RLP.
  • Procurement of necessary items and supporting tools to make product manufacturable in accordance to customer supplied criteria. This will include soliciting services from external vendors and suppliers.
  • Provide administrative assistance to Account Manager(s) / Stage Gate program tied to New Project Launch Process.
  • Will be involved in communication with customers related to status of new and at times existing projects.

    • An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

    COMPETENCIES :

  • Strong and well-developed communication skills are required, both written and verbal.
  • Must have strong work ethic.
  • Critical thinking skills and a common sense based approach to troubleshooting.
  • General competencies within CAD software, preferred.
  • Ability to read and understand engineering documents and drawings.
  • General understanding of BOM structure, routings, and general manufacturing processes.
  • Able to work independently, must be a self-starter and driven to meet deadlines.
  • High attention to detail coupled with strong organizational skills
  • Basic understanding of ISO 9001 preferred.
  • Competent and very willing to perform hands-on work.

    • PREFERRED AND REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

    Education : Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years in Manufacturing environment preferred.

    Experience and / or Training : Prior experience in a similar role is desired, knowledge of ISO 9001 standards is preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills is required.

    Licenses / Certificates : No requirements

    Technology / Computer Equipment : Demonstrated knowledge in the use of current technology, high level of comfort in standard MS products required, General knowledge in CAD software preferred.

    Communication : The ability to read, speak, and comprehend English is required.

    PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS :

  • This position spends roughly 60% of their time on the manufacturing floor and 40% of their time in an office setting.
  • It is necessary to occasionally climb stairs
  • 40 lbs. occasional lifting is required.
  • General understanding and comfort level with the use of hand and power tools to perform necessary operations is required.
  • Manual dexterity is required to perform normal day to day functions.
  • Ability to wear appropriate PPE in appropriate areas.
  • The ability to work off-shift hours as necessary is required but relatively infrequent.

    • The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

    WORKING ENVIRONMENT :

    The main working environment for this position is a manufacturing environment which requires general PPE to be worn at all times. The plant environment will vary and exposure to heat, cold, noise, and odors is to be expected.

    Position will have office space which is generally climate controlled.

    In rare cases this position may be exposed to outdoor conditions for short periods of time. Travel to suppliers or customers may be required occasionally (travel is typically less than 10%).

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual would encounter while performing the essential functions of this position.

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    Manufacturing Engineer • Manitowoc, WI, US