Mechanical Technician II

Job Summary:
The Mechanical Engineer in Project Support will focus on capacity additions and line installations from a mechanical perspective. This role involves leading and participating in manufacturing engineering projects, supporting teams, and proactively identifying and resolving technical issues related to equipment and processes.
Responsibilities
Scope of Position:

• Lead and participate in manufacturing engineering projects related to capacity installations, equipment debugging, and preparing lines/associated parts for Operations Receivership.
• Provide mechanical expertise to identify technical problems through root cause analysis and implement robust industrial solutions for line debugging and installations.
• Leverage mechanical engineering knowledge to enhance equipment and manufacturing process performance.
• Support and lead new equipment/process introductions, as well as opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Develop and execute project plans to ensure timely and error-free mechanical support for multi-line equipment installations.
• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to resolve technical issues while safeguarding project scope, timing, and cost metrics.
• Work across various functional groups daily to achieve project goals.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Maintain safe work practices and inform team members of any hazardous conditions.
• Design and implement mechanical solutions and process changes to enhance manufacturing equipment capabilities.
• Manage activities to meet milestone and timeline objectives for successful capacity additions.
• Solve mechanical and process issues through data analysis and collaboration with subject matter experts.
• Oversee spare part identification and storeroom entry, ensuring availability within the plant footprint.
• Develop and update engineering and operations documentation.
• Support training for the operations workforce regarding equipment and operational changes.

Travel Requirements:

• Project locations will include Newton, NC, and Hickory, NC.

Hours of Work:

• 40 hours per week (overtime expected). Due to project timing, overtime and periodic off-hours coverage may be necessary to complete workload and collaborate with team members.

Qualifications
Required Education:

• Associate’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

Required Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in new equipment installations within a manufacturing environment. Start-up experience is a plus.
• Experience with project expansions and new equipment installations in a fast-paced, changing environment with multiple priorities.

Required Skills:

• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and processes.
• Strong technical fundamentals in mechanical engineering.
• Capacity to multitask and prioritize independently in a dynamic project installation environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other PC software.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Desired Skills:

• Project leadership/management experience, including milestone management and financial oversight.
• Experience in vendor/supplier management both on-site and off-site.
• Familiarity with CAD software.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Soft Skills:

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Capability to allocate and supervise resources to meet aggressive project milestones and timelines.
• Flexibility to shift tasks quickly and prioritize effectively.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.