Manufacturing Engineer

thyssenkrupp Materials, NA is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer for our upcoming New Mexico location. This is a great opportunity to join a growing team and one of the largest materials providers ! Our industries include but not limited to industrial, aerospace, medical, oil and gas, power distribution, defense and more!

What will you be responsible for:

The successful candidate will be able to conceptualize, design and implement an operating plan that delivers the organizations strategic objectives through technical and organizational competence in a wholistic plan that considers all aspects of the business including sales, manufacturing, materials management, and quality functions.

Position Description

• Utilize Lean principles and philosophies throughout the organization by initiating and coordinating 5S and Kaizen workshops; improve manufacturing efficiency by utilizing cross functional teams to analyze and plan workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout
• Work with team leaders and production supervisors to drive continual improvement activities with the goal of improving overall plant key performance indicators
• Support daily production cells by troubleshooting, collecting, and monitoring data to ensure equipment uptime and appropriate throughputs are being achieved
• Install new equipment to improve a company’s manufacturing processes and in support of new product introductions
• Develop operational procedures on all equipment and manufacturing processes
• Gather data and compile reports to assess the effectiveness of manufacturing procedures
• Develop manufacturing processes by studying product requirements, researching testing methods, and conferring with equipment vendors
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment and where required, coordinate, supervise and liaise with outside contractors and maintenance personnel to ensure productivity, quality, safety and continuous improvement objectives are met.
• Apply Six Sigma methodologies to improve core processes based on customer requirements, current performance and intended results
• Develop and maintain Predictive/Preventive Maintenance procedures
• Test and monitor machinery to ensure ongoing process capability
• Troubleshoot machines to resolve breakdowns or faults
• Be the point of contact in the production cells to resolve equipment issues
• Conduct process capability analysis to ensure quality standards are maintained
• Assist in the development of control plans for all processes and products where required
• Ensure successful completion of pre-start health and safety reviews for new and altered equipment
• Participate with sales and operations teams in Contract Reviews for all significant new projects
• Project manage all technical upgrades, equipment installation, tooling design and implementation

Manufacturing Engineer Requirements

• High level of technical expertise in the areas of sheet metal fabrication, CNC Controls and Stamping
• Degree in manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical engineering preferred
• Experience with repetitive and build to suit manufacturing methodologies
• Experience managing large and complex projects using CPM/PERT/GHANT Charts/AGILE Sprints
• Adept in Capital Planning, Feasibility Analysis, Cost-Benefit Analysis, Activity Based Costing
• 5+ years of experience in a Lean Manufacturing environment, with familiarity with Group Technology/Cellular Manufacturing, SMED, Kanban, Process Mapping and Methods Analysis
• Experience using CAD/CAM, Dynamic/Static Nesting
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organization and management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a high competency in Microsoft Exce

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience.