What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO?
This role is responsible for translating customer technical data into a method of manufacturing and process operational instructions and procedures for production of customer designed parts.
Major Areas of Responsibility:
- Develop CAD models and prints outlining the sequence of operations and work instructions for manufacturing processes according to customer specifications and contracts.
- Create Bill of Materials (BOM) and Methods of Manufacture (MOM) work travelers and job routings in the manufacturing software environment.
- Research suppliers for raw material and special process (heat treatment, coatings, testing, etc.), adhering to customer specifications.
- Estimate manufacturing costs, evaluating standards for set-up and run-times. Make data driven recommendations for process improvements or cost estimating of new products and services.
- Troubleshoot manufacturing process issues.
- Utilize knowledge of various machines, engineering practices, materials, and CNC machining processes to develop best manufacturing practices.
- Leveraging lean principles, recommend process procedures and modifications to improve production efficiencies, manufacturing techniques and production yields for new and repeat parts.
- Stay abreast of the latest manufacturing techniques. Research appropriate tool/work holing, and latest inserts that improve precision and reduce production costs.
- Assist other functions as needed.
Requirements:
- Degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering
- SolidWorks expertise. Certified SolidWorks Professional a plus
- Experience with ERP manufacturing software, EPCIOR is a plus.
- 3 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in an aerospace or precision CNC machining environment - Swiss screw, turning, multi-axis milling, and grinding.
- Strong data driven mindset -analyze process, job cost, and engineering data to drive decision regarding manufacturing set-up, run time and optimal lot sizes.
- Understand and apply lean manufacturing principles.
- Strong PC skills.
- Strong organizational, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to sit/stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to walk long distances through the building.
- Ability to push/pull up to 25 lbs.
At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:
- Competitive PTO Package
- Paid Company Holidays
- 401K Match Program
- Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program
