Manufacturing Engineer - Columbus McKinnon Corporation : Job Details

Job Summary/OverviewThe Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for evaluating and improving plant efficiency, quality, and cost effectiveness. This is accomplished through both plant-wide and cell-specific projects that focus on product flow, process reliability, quality issues, and labor/machine efficiency. The deployment of Lean principles will attain these objectives, as well as ensure that adequate operating and safety procedures are in place throughout the plant. This position also plays a critical role in the development and control of new processes and procedures and has a heavy presence on the manufacturing floor and is readily available to the team. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate & direct plant-wide improvement projects including but not limited to plant/cell layout, equipment purchases, procedural updates, development of build to order (BTO) processes, development of new manufacturing process, etc.
• Facilitate team-based continuous improvement activities (kaizen, equipment purchases, problem solving).
• Planning, leading, and/or supporting the implementing of productivity improvements, set up reductions, and scrap reductions.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing routings and standard work instruction sheets. Document process improvements through revisions of routings, bill-of-materials, OMS sheets, etc.
• Develop capital expenditure proposals, including return-on-investments analysis and alternative options proposals. Coordinate delivery and installation of equipment within the cells.
• Purchase expensed shop supplies, tooling, small assets, and gauge equipment to ensure the production of high-quality product within a safe and efficient cell environment.
• Drive innovation through research of industry trends and new technology.
• Participates in layered audits.
• Train production operators in the use of cellular principles to ensure a high level of timely performance and a reduction in waste.
• Accountable to meeting or exceeding business targets.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• Ability to think abstractly to deal with ambiguous/undefined problems.
• Demonstrates product knowledge obtained through experience and hands-on training.
• Ability to build relationships with a diverse workforce with a highly developed sense of understanding.
• Ability to handle multiple projects at the same time.
• A team player with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial/manufacturing engineering or equivalent discipline is preferred.
• 2+ years of related experience, preferably in a cellular manufacturing environment.
• Machining expertise (CNC, lathe, fabrication) is preferred.
• Trained in the use of LEAN.
• Familiarity of basic accounting principles, such as Capital Equipment Justification, Make/Buy decisions, etc.
• Facilitator training is desirable.
• Blueprint reading skills and previous use of measuring equipment required.
• Awareness of OSHA and ISO-9000 standards.

About Columbus McKinnon: Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials. Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems. We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how. Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years - proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we're going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team! Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.Nearest Major Market: Waukesha Nearest Secondary Market: Milwaukee