Job Description

Manufacturing/Process Engineer

Regular Position, Full Time

Bronx, NY or Quincy, IL

If you are a forward-thinker interested in optimizing and improving our manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and overall performance, then keep reading! We are searching for one Manufacturing Engineer to join our team.

About Us

Vantage Elevation, LLC is North America’s leading independent manufacturer of elevator components and systems. Vantage is comprised of eight business units including GAL Manufacturing; GAL Canada; Hollister-Whitney; Elevator Controls; Courion; Bore-Max; Thames Valley Controls and Vertical Dimensions. Through its brands, Vantage supplies almost all electro-mechanical devices used in contemporary elevators. Founded in 1927, the Vantage group employs over 900 staff in multiple locations across the United States, Canada, and United Kingdom.

Requirements

We are searching for a candidate with:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.

• 3-5 years of proven experience as a Manufacturing Process Engineer, preferably in a related industry.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Numerate with good financial acumen.

• Proficient in process simulation and in motion time systems.

• Strong CNC programming skills (ideally Mazak).

• Strong understanding of Lean and Six Sigma principles.

• Strong background in CAD/CAM programming.

• Good Project/ Program Management skills

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Initiative-taker with good interpersonal skills.

• Willingness to travel as required (~50%) to various locations within North America

Duties and Responsibilities

A typical day may include:

• Analyzing existing manufacturing processes and identifying opportunities for improvement in terms of labor productivity and cost-effectiveness.

• Conducting business case analysis related to capex projects (data collection and data mining).

• Leading the tactical implementation of critical equipment solutions to improve labor productivity in all Vantage locations.

• Optimizing existing data analytic tools and establishing methodologies that allow performance improvements to become measurable.

• Developing plant/line simulation models for labor productivity and can be used to justify capital expenditures.

• Function as a liaison between engineering, production, and other departments to ensure an integrated approach to process improvement.

Benefits of Working With Us

• Salary for Applicants: $75,000-$80,000 per year - actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and in keeping with local legislation.

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance/HSA

• 401K

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• …and more

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Position Details

• Monday – Friday

• 8:00am – 4:30pm

• Vantage Elevation, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Like What You Read?

If you’re excited by the prospect of working at the forefront of engineering technology with a world-class employer that values you then we invite you to apply.

You should be proficient in:

• Troubleshooting CNC Machines

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CNC Grinder
• CNC Laser Cutter
• CNC Lathe (2-4 axis)
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis)
• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)
• CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)
• CNC Plasma Cutter
• CNC Router
• CNC Swiss Lathe
• CNC Waterjet
• CNC Wire Bending Machine