Manufacturing Engineer - Finishing Department

Role Title: Secondary Manufacturing Engineer

Role Purpose: Drive and support plant engineering initiatives within the Secondary Finishing Department, focusing on Continuous Improvement and Problem Resolution to enhance departmental efficiency. Responsibilities include developing, improving, and troubleshooting manufacturing systems related to equipment and tooling, with an emphasis on creating robust, reliable processes.

Role Reports to: Engineering Manager

Key Responsibilities:

- Optimize CNC machining operations across 14 dual turning machines.

- Implement highly technical automation solutions and 100% gaging systems.

- Facilitate a Zero PPM quality initiative within the secondary department including measurable scrap reduction projects.

- Provide technical leadership for high-volume double disk and OD grinding processes.

- Develop and maintain equipment specifications and parameters based on manufacturing recommendations and cycle time optimization.

- Design, analyze and interpret data support process improvements and product capability enhancements with focus on departmental and machine specific OEE.

- Improve CBN tooling performance and cost through tool testing and supplier development.

- Champion Diversity & Inclusion in line with the Company guidelines

- Other duties as assigned.

Other key internal relationships:

Gallipolis Hourly & Salary Employees

Global Engineering Team &Other departments or locations

Formal qualifications required:

- BS in Mechanical Engineering

- OR related technical field and 2-year combined experience.

Soft Skills and Other Competencies:

- Proficiency in CAD and 3D modeling.

- Knowledge of and experience with G-code and CNC programing.

- Familiarity with CBN and carbide turn tooling experience and failure modes.

- Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on ability.

- Knowledge of LEAN. Manufacturing principles.

- Ability to apply statistical analysis techniques.

- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

- Professional and courteous communication with employees and business contacts.

- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and set priorities.

- Ability to read and interpret mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic prints.

- Ability to learn and effectively use software programs.

- Capability to train others through demonstrations, written materials and verbal instruction.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $87,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Flexible spending account

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Professional development assistance

- Tuition reimbursement

- Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person