Job Purpose
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Manage the successful transition of new products & technology into the production areas.
Monitor existing manufacturing processes to continuously improve process, efficiency, throughput, quality, setup, and cost through engagement and action.
Manage capital plans and expense projects as required
Design, develop, test, and/or source and implement various tools, cutters, machinery, & equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.
Perform research, design, and analyses to develop and improve capacity, layouts, production flow, workforce utilization, and material handling methods.
Develop and implement documentation of manufacturing work instructions, process flow diagrams, and PFMEA alongside a Quality Engineering and Production counterpart.
Review new product specifications, review BOM's and Flex Fields for correctness and completeness.
EHS Compliance as it relates to job responsibility.
Interface with customers and implement corrective actions to resolve quality concerns and process related issues.
Participate and support Dana DOS, lean manufacturing, and Red-X initiatives.
Assist maintenance in troubleshooting equipment, further developing preventative and predictive maintenance systems, and providing direction for project and improvement work, as required
Possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Proficient in Auto CAD, Autodesk Inventor, and Microsoft Office
Experience with AviX, Visio, and MS Project will be helpful
Ability to work with vendors, customers, & employees at all levels of the organization
PLC experience is a plus - Allen Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc, Okuma (OSP), and Mori-Seiki (MAPS)
IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 preferred
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or related field
5 years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering
Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines
Ability to work overtime and travel as required
Equipment repair, rebuild, and/or purchasing experience
Experience in writing and editing work instructions
Knowledge of manufacturing systems, manufacturing design, error-proofing and ergonomics, health & safety