Mfg Engineer/Assistant Production Manager

Job Description

Description:

PRIMARY ROLE:

Assist production manager to supervise 20-25 personnel in the manufacturing shop in three different departments: Fabrication, Assembly, Shipping. Maintain thorough knowledge of all manufacturing processes and equipment, while developing and maintaining positive working relationships with all employees in the departments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

ALL BELOW RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE ASSISTING THE PRODUCTION MANAGER WITH THE FOLLOWING-

Complete daily production scheduling.

Lead all Manufacturing Related Activities.

Responsible for quality control and producing quality products. Identify product for rejection and rework to ensure all customers receive product that meets company standards.

Provide training to all department personnel as it relates to safety, quality, production, and equipment operation. May delegate some training functions to other experienced employees or department leads.

Responsible for achieving production efficiency in all departments by: Monitoring Production Efficiencies, Meeting Department Goals, Identify Continuous Improvements and Share Labor across departments.

Help build and manage a “True Cost” manufacturing system that is used to determine each item’s true cost.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

A minimum of 4 years previous work experience in a similar role.

Experience in using various types of manufacturing machinery and tools and basic skills of maintenance and repair procedures.

Proven experience in lean manufacturing techniques and methodologies.

Strong leadership skills to be able manage and guide to ensure productivity and efficiency.

Technical knowledge of the manufacturing process and to be able to troubleshoot problems.

Excellent communication skills between various departments.

Strong organizational skills to manage a production schedule

Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook)

PREFERRED SKILLS:

Post high- school degree preferred, but not required

Knowledge of hand tools, cordless drill, and rivet gun

Basic computer knowledge

Ability to communicate with team members, customers, and management

Team-oriented

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

Other Job Duties as assigned

Position reports directly to Top Engineering Executive

Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background screening, including a criminal background check, a review of motor vehicle record, and verification of social security number

Physical work location setting- Production in person

Full-time