Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

Who we are :

Brady makes products that make the world a safer and more productive place. We are a global leader in safety, identification and compliance solutions for a diverse range of workplaces.

From the depths of the ocean to outer space, from the factory floor to the delivery room - we’re just about everywhere you look.

Companies around the world trust Brady because of our deep expertise and knowledge across a wide range of industries and applications - powered by our world-class manufacturing capabilities.

We have a diverse customer base in industries including electronics, telecommunications, manufacturing, electrical, construction, healthcare, aerospace and more.

As of July 31, 2023, Brady employed approximately 5,600 people worldwide. Our fiscal 2023 sales were approximately $ billion.

Brady stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BRC. You can learn more about us at .

Why work at Brady :

A career at Brady means working for a global company that has thrived for over 100 years, and whose innovative spirit drives our future growth.

Brady offers competitive pay and great benefits, supported by a culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. We strive to foster an inclusive workplace where diverse talent can learn, grow, and succeed.

And with deeply rooted values, no matter where you work at Brady, you’ll feel connected to the community through our charitable contributions and opportunities to give back.

Our headquarters are in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but we have more than 70 locations globally, giving our employees the opportunity to work with colleagues around the world.

What we need :

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for manufacturing processes and their improvement, resolution of complex manufacturing process issues, with combined emphasis on Quality Management and providing leadership and guidance to technicians and / or hourly associates that may not report directly to the incumbent.

What you’ll be doing :

• Provide leadership to key associates to promote participation and cooperation in process development / improvement initiatives.
• Ensures conformance with and application of policies and procedures.
• Create PPAP and FAI documents for customers.
• Designs, deploys and validates new manufacturing processes and techniques.
• Responsible for smooth product production / constant production flow.
• Responsible for product qualification processes.
• Product & Process FMEA analysis.
• Create, document and implement procedures for assembling, testing and packaging processes.
• Re-engineers operations and manufacturing processes.
• Designs, installs and debugs tooling and new capital equipment.
• Designs, evaluates and implements automated systems for inspection, manufacturing and data acquisition.
• Responsible for continuous improvement activities.
• Develops training systems and support documentation for associates.
• Designs in conjunction with new product development engineers manufacturing strategies.
• Provide leadership in assigned areas as well as lead projects in other manufacturing areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you’ll need to be successful :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a manufacturing engineer.
• Strong lean manufacturing skill set and knowledge with experience implementing lean methodologies / tools (pull systems, TPM, one piece flow, Kanban, POU, standardized work, batch reduction, visual controls, Ishikawa diagrams / fishbone, 5-Why Analysis and 5S).
• Have an understanding of COC / COA creation.
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, precision measuring devices.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of quality management systems, specifically ISO-9001, AS9100.
• Must be a strong team player.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to drive change.
• Printing and / or converting industry experience preferred.
• Familiarity with CAD software, AutoCAD preferred.
• Ability to use Smartsheets, Google sheets, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft Project.
• Knowledge of statistical tools; GR&Rs, SPC, DOE’s, Ppk’s, Cpk’s, Hypothesis Testing.
• Basic understanding of GD&T.
• Six Sigma Green Belt Training Certification and / or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer and / or ASQ Mechanical Inspector certification.

Benefits :

• Complete insurance coverage with many starting on the first day of employment medical, dental, vision, life.
• Family benefits (parental leave, fertility coverage, adoption, and surrogacy assistance); Employee Assistance Program (behavioral health, family counseling).
• 401K with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Dress for your day dress code.

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