Senior Manufacturing Engineer

EFCO LLC

Job Description

Summary of Position:

Recommend and implement production processes, methods and controls. Manage significant process and equipment engineering projects using cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise on Linetec processes for customers and vendors.
• Responsible for providing technical direction for assigned processes and equipment.
• Communicate with other departments and management regarding manufacturing capabilities and other considerations to facilitate the manufacturing processes.
• Identify, research and implement significantly impactful projects, including new products and new technologies.
• Review designs and make recommendations to improve process design, reduce cost, or increase production efficiency.
• Plan, organize, and schedule the work of key improvement projects.
• Coordinate vendor and customer activity to support projects.
• Report the current status of projects including timeline and budget.
• Evaluate, cost justify and implement tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.
• Assist with technical aspects of Continuous Improvement projects and kaizen activity.
• Apply statistical methods and perform analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement and increased efficiency.
• Develop written standard operating procedures and work instructions for key processes.
• Apply Lean/Six Sigma principles.
• Promote safety at all times.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical or Industrial Engineering (or related field).
• 10+ years applicable experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma concepts.
• Computer proficiency (Excel, Outlook, CAD, Allen Bradley PLC experience preferred).
• Experience with process equipment and control system.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills – technical writing experience preferred.
• Large Project management experience and the ability to multi-task.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and influential leadership skills.
• Knowledge of aluminum finishing is a plus.

Work Environment:

• 75% exposure to the production environment (heat, operating machinery and noise).
• Office duties require sitting behind a desk, performing tasks on a computer.
• Plant duties require standing and moving about the facility and equipment on a daily basis.
• Position involves limited travel.

Other Duties As Assigned

Apogee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.