Mcquay International Staunton , VA 24402
Posted 2 weeks ago
Daikin Applied is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer. The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for process support and improvements. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!
Location: Staunton, VA - Onsite
What you will do:
Provide manufacturing engineering expertise to support production and the management team, collaborate on process improvement, and contribute to continuous improvement/cost reduction efforts with minimal supervision or under the guidance of other Manufacturing Engineers
Perform time studies to identify potential process improvement, apply the theory of constraints to identify bottlenecks, and optimize work content for improved line flow
Analyze operational data to optimize equipment and workspace layout, following lean manufacturing principles & utilizing the PDCA process to evaluate process changes for performance improvement recommendations
Recommend methods for improving worker effectiveness, safety, quality, and cost reduction. This may involve restructuring job duties, optimizing workflow based on Daikin Production System principles, relocating workstations and equipment, and considering new equipment purchases
Collaborate with the manufacturing engineering team to create work instructions, training checklists, and training matrices; partner with the Safety Manager to establish safe procedures and enhance ergonomics in the manufacturing process
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve manufacturability in new product development and create production process guidelines, and measurement parameters
Collaborate on equipment/tool design for production processes and facilitate equipment procurement through quotes/bids
Support other manufacturing engineers with capital investment projects and possibly manage small capital projects (including the creation of funding requests)
Assist with the evaluation of hourly employee's job skill knowledge (JSK) requirements
Be knowledgeable and proficient in the use of lean tools (e.g., root cause analysis, PDCA, kaizen, 5S, etc.)
What's in it for you:
Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, PTO, 401K match, support for community involvement and much more
The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's or 4-year Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Industrial Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent technical, scientific or engineering degree
2 years of related experience
Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Industrial Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent technical, scientific or engineering degree
Experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD 2D, MS Office and MS Project
3+ years of experience
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