Job Details

As a Manufacturing Engineer I, you will be responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes in a production environment. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality, efficiency, and safety. You will assist in developing and maintaining process documentation, troubleshooting production issues, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. This entry-level position provides an opportunity to apply engineering principles to solve practical problems, with a focus on improving manufacturing performance and reducing costs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the design, development, and implementation of manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure quality.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction.
• Support the development and implementation of quality control systems.
• Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues.
• Provide technical support to production teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOP’s).
• Participate in cross-functional teams to support new product introductions and other engineering projects.
• Track project timelines and ensure milestones are met.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of engineering activities, including process changes and improvements.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation as required.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Participate in safety audits and initiatives to maintain a safe working environment.
• Report immediately all suspicious and hazardous conditions to a supervisor.
• Understand and observe all safety guidelines and assure quality and safety by complying with all appropriate Click Bond policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining clean, orderly, and hazard-free work areas.
• Able to work with minimal supervision, be a self-starter and be detail oriented.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as injection mold, CNC machining, stamping, deep draw, compression molding, automated assembly and packaging, passivation, and coating.
• Lean manufacturing principles, (5S, Kaizen, VSM, Kanban, JIT, Heijunka, Poka-Yoke, TPM, SMED, Standard Work, GEMBA, Takt Time, Andon and Visual Management).

• Quality control methodologies (visual, dimensional, NDT, destructive, functional, SPC, X-bar R/S, p, np, c, u, Cp/Cpk).
• Proficiency with CAD software and knowledge of SolidWorks preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. (5-whys, Fishbone, FMEA, DMAIC, Pareto, Histograms, FEA, Discrete Event Simulation, DOE, PDCA, A3, RCCA).
• Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to work effectively in a team setting.
• Demonstrate a strong attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to write and read English.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Associate’s degree in technical field or relevant years of experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment; beyond degree or relevant years of experience, internships or co-op experience will be considered.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The work is primarily sedentary, although there may be some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of items, such as paper or books, weighing less than 10 pounds and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.
• Regularly required to sit or stand for the length of shift, bend, and reach.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

• Work primarily performed in a standard office environment. If in manufacturing areas, requires protective eyewear and/or hearing protection.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, hearing protection may be required.

CLICK BOND WAY – KEY ATTRIBUTES:

• Communicates respectfully to all team members, vendors, and visitors.
• Models a positive attitude.
• Actively listens to others and supports the team environment.
• Asks questions and learns from mistakes.
• Executes tasks with minimal errors in a timely and efficient manner.
• Attendance is consistent and meets or exceeds company standards.