manufacturing engineer Fairdale, KY
Job description
The Manufacturing Engineer creates and coordinates the implementation of new or improved manufacturing processes. Responsible for various engineering assignments ranging from feasibility studies to the introduction of designs and drawings to Manufacturing. Serves as a liaison to coordinate activities of Continuous Improvement, Engineering and Manufacturing teams.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze existing operating methods and initiate and develop new methods to improve economy and quality through material and labor savings. Initiate, research and recommend automation and material handling solutions.
- Manage master plant layout drawings. Support plants regarding equipment moves, repairs and safety enhancements. Responsible for the maintenance, distribution and accuracy of all production and post-production engineering drawings.
- Leverage AutoCAD skills to support the plants in work around layouts, racking, equipment, material handling, forms, fixtures and gauges. Manage gauge drawings, updates, modifications, generation.
- Support implementation of capital projects through building the business case, supporting purchase (acquiring vendor quotes, writing purchase contracts, issuing purchase orders, managing down payments and tracking spending), managing install checklist and overseeing training and start up assistance.
- Determine from part drawings and related engineering data the operation necessary for the fabrication and assembly of product. Develop and write sequence of operations as well as time estimates for each operation specification.
- Manage asset transfers, logs, movement.
- Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools. Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion. Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.
- Champion the MasterBrand Way within the organization, utilizing the tools and processes of the MasterBrand Business System to position the company for growth and identify opportunities to reduce waste, complexity, and improve our work environment.
- Travel up to 10% to support other sites and projects
- Responsible for special projects as assigned.
- Coordinates prototype drawings for products or processes with necessary support personnel.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- 3-5 years of experience with project management working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
- Knowledge/experience with AutoCAD preferred.
- Knowledge/experience with project management software preferred, including SmartSheet.
Skills and Abilities:
- Plans and aligns; plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
- Communicates effectively; develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
- Collaboration; works cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
- Ensures accountability; holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
- Optimizes work processes; creates efficient workflow and seeks ways to improve processes.
Culture:
- Demonstrates trust in the process of lean methodologies and tools. Approaches situations through a fact-based lens. Analyzes data, draws conclusions, make recommendations, and present findings. Critically assesses and simplifies processes and controls, and challenge business drivers and risks.
- Embraces the team through strong interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to people at all levels of the organization, including diverse viewpoints. Seeks to understand and involves others in problem-solving. Proven track record of building a team and managing change.
- Moves forward through strong organizational and execution skills. Able to champion core issues, develop resourceful and creative solutions and drive results at all levels of the organization.
For nearly 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. That, combined with our stylish products, expansive dealer and retail network, and dedicated associates, has helped make us the number one North American residential cabinet business. Our unique culture of continuous improvement is based on trusting the tools, empowering the team and moving forward, and is kept alive by our more than 14,000 associates across 20 plus manufacturing facility and offices. Visit www.masterbrand.com to learn more and join us in building great experiences together!
MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Reasonable AccommodationsMasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at [email protected].
- Actual pay will vary based on qualifications and other factors
