MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

Salary Range - $83-88k (depending on location)

Wastequip has an immediate opening for a Manufacturing Engineer. This position can sit in our Eagleville, TN, Erial, NJ or Tyler TX plant.

The Manufacturing Engineer will develop, design, and implement cost-effective manufacturing processes using methods, jigs, fixtures, racking, conveyors etc.

by product specifications, quality standards, and safety standards. They also recommend and implement improvements to production processes, methods, and controls and coordinate the manufacturing launch for new or revised products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Designs, tests, and implements new equipment, processes, and systems related to but not limited to production flow and product conveyance, assembly methods, raw material handling, safety equipment
• Creates assembly and parts drawings, bills of materials, project / equipment budgets, and work instructions for new equipment and processes.
• Liaise with management, operations, suppliers, and contractors to facilitate the implementation of manufacturing engineering projects and equipment.
• Prepares and maintains detailed layouts of buildings and equipment for operations and maintenance purposes.
• Assist engineering technician with building and assembly of new designs and equipment.
• Assist in the installation & implementation of new designs and equipment.
• Coordinates the manufacturing launch of new / revised projects, including establishing project goals, training team members / operators, and evaluating / organizing results.
• Performs product / process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement, and efficiency improvement.
• Represents manufacturing on cross-functional teams and provides support via design and / or implementation.
• Performs other manufacturing engineering duties related to welding, painting, and fabrication operations.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job of Manufacturing Engineer at Wastequip.

Travel is required up to 25%

Education and Experience

• A bachelor's degree in engineering is required. (Industrial, Mechanical or Mechanical Technology Preferred)
• Minimum 2 years experience in manufacturing engineering required.
• Must have working experience with 3D CAD, Autodesk Inventor is Preferred.
• Must possess technical, problem-solving skills
• Experience working in a welding environment is preferred
• Previous automation experience / exposure is preferred but not required.
• Experience with programming and troubleshooting PLC's is preferred but not required
• Must be teamwork oriented.
• Possess excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Must possess an attitude of safety in all aspects of the job
• Knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and power tools is required.
• Ability to weld is preferred but not required.
• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and work in proximity to loud equipment.
• Must be able to moves / lift items weighing up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to safely climb ladders while carrying up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment regularly as needed.

About Wastequip

Founded in 1989, Wastequip is the leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment in North America. We specialize in products, systems and solutions to help you collect, store, transport and manage a wide range of waste and recyclables.

Wastequip is one of the few companies that manufactures a complete line of both steel and plastic waste handling equipment.

We built our stress-free solutions with you in mind, making Wastequip the perfect place for one-stop sourcing.

Wastequip's extensive product selection includes dumpsters, compactors, balers, carts and more. Our products are built to handle collection of household, commercial, and industrial waste and recyclables.

Our experienced sales team specializes in assisting customers in finding the right solution for your waste or recycling needs.

With facilities across North America, we have the product you need when and where you need it.