MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

Company: EPITEC
Location: Waterloo
Posted on: November 18, 2024

Job Description:

Shift Details:

• 1st Shift (7 am to 3:30 pm)
• Flexibility based on production schedules
• Overtime likely, including weekends and pre-shift hours
  Primary Position Responsibilities & Duties:
  • Recommend and implement cost reduction, quality, safety, and ergonomic improvement ideas.
  • Lead team studies related to capacity, productivity, and efficiency.
  • Establish routings, methods, layouts, tools, costs, methods documentation, quality plans, and labor standards for revisions to current operations.
  • Lead selection and procurement of metal removal machines; plan and implement machining cells.
  • Lead new model preparations and procure tooling, gauges, new machines, and more for an efficient production process.
    Required Skills, Knowledge, & Relevant Work Experience:
    • Effective interpersonal skills to interact with all levels in the organization and supplier personnel.
    • High proficiency in Excel, Outlook, and Word.
    • Ability to proficiently use algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
    • Ability to initiate and complete multiple, concurrent projects.
    • Willingness to work variable hours, including off-shifts and weekends.
    • Three or more years of experience as a manufacturing engineer in a component manufacturing environment related to turning, milling, and drilling.
    • Experience with the selection and procurement of capital equipment.
    • Experience with machine programming related to gear and spline cutting processes.
      Desired Skills, Knowledge & Relevant Work Experience:
      • Previous experience with the client is highly preferred.
      • Experience with turning, milling, drilling, and hard finishing of ferrous materials.
      • Knowledge of gear and shaft manufacturing tools and technology.
      • Experience making shop floor process adjustments to correct geometry and quality problems.
      • Proficiency in interpreting part prints and GD&T designations.
      • Experience with AutoCAD or related software.
      • Experience leading and supporting cross-functional teams for moderate scope projects.
      • Proficiency with Power BI, Tableau, or other data analysis tools.
      • Experience with SAP.
        Education:
        • Bachelor's degree in Ag Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, related technical degree, or equivalent working experience.
          Additional Notes:
          • Manager prefers candidates with experience in a steel manufacturing environment.
          • Proficiency with MS Office and experience in a team environment required.
          • Entry-level candidates will not be considered.
          • Metatarsals required on the first day; business casual dress code.
          • No travel required.
          • Potential to drive a client-owned Gator after training.
          • Interviews will be onsite or via MS Teams, and the position will start onsite.
            Visa & Cross Border Policies:
            • Visa sponsorship is not available.
            • Cross border work is not permitted.

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