Manufacturing Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Summary & Essential Functions:

• Contribute program and engineering expertise for facility.

• Assist in establishing operational methods and work standards using various measurement techniques

• Analyze existing operations and propose cost-justified improvements

• Optimize use of floor space, materials, personnel, and equipment

• Analyze workstation designs for ergonomic compliance

• Conduct studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control, and production record-keeping systems

• Develop work simplification methods and job aids

• Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, and contract management to establish production layouts and procedures to meet customer requirements

• May perform design on special projects as needed

• Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.

• Perform other assignments as required

Required Experience/Education/Training/Certifications:

• 4-year technical degree in industrial engineering is required
• 2-4 years' experience providing engineering support in electronics manufacturing preferred

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of basic manufacturing and assembly processes together with work measurement and work standards

• Proficient in technical writing, good documentation skills; attention to detail is critical

• Required: able to read and interpret engineering drawings

• Prior experience with an ISO-9000 AS-9000 environment is a plus

• Demonstrated analytical expertise including ability to plan, resolve problems effectively, and establish priorities

• Understanding of DOE, 6-Sigma, Lean Manufacturing desired

• Working knowledge at an intermediate level of computer skills in e-mail, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Microsoft Project

• Demonstrated ability to communicate with customers and project company image to attract business

• Negotiation and conflict management skills together with demonstrated experience troubleshooting and problem-solving

• Flexible with high energy, able to handle multiple tasks smoothly

Physical Demands (reasonable accommodations may be made, if necessary):

Physical Abilities

Frequency

Stand

Frequently

Walk

Occasionally

Sit

Frequently

Climb

Occasionally

Crawl

N/A

Squat or kneel

Occasionally

Lift/Carry 10 pounds or less

Frequently

Lift/Carry 11 to 20 pounds

Frequently

Lift/Carry 21 to 50 pounds

Occasionally

Lift/Carry 51 to 100 pounds

Occasionally

Lift/Carry over 100 pounds

N/A

Push/Pull 10 pounds or less

Occasionally

Push/Pull 11 to 20 pounds

Occasionally

Push/Pull 21 to 50 pounds

Occasionally

Push/Pull 51 to 100 pounds

Occasionally

Bend

Occasionally

Fine Manipulation

Frequently

Reach Outward

Frequently

Reach Above Shoulder

Occasionally

Drive

N/A

Over 100 Pounds

N/A

N/A (Not Applicable) - Activity is not applicable to this occupation

Occasionally

• Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (.25 - 2.5 hrs/day)

Frequently

• Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)

Continuously

• Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

1505 Maiden Lane

Joplin, Missouri, 64801

United States

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