Job Description

The principle purpose of this job description is to outline the roles and responsibility of a Manufacturing Engineer. The Manufacturing Engineer is to act as the liaison between Engineering and Operations providing engineering support by troubleshooting manufacturing process in machining and Cold Heading then implement timely solutions in order to maintain the continuity of production flow, also to monitor current and debug new methods, equipment and develop procedures to ensure total system efficiencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

1. Provide constant communication between Engineering and Operations.

2. Support Operations by providing technical support and engineering data.

3. Support dept by providing feedback, data and other information needed to process parts.

4. Design and installs equipment.

5. Support in developing detailed layouts for equipment and processes.

6. Utilize CAD Software, specifically AutoCAD, to design and modify blueprints and electrical schematics

7. Read and interpret blueprints to ensure accurate production setups

8. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and improve manufacturing processes

9. Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues during production runs

10. Perform machine setups for production runs and ensure proper functionality

11. Utilize GD&T principles to ensure product quality and compliance

12. Conduct PLC troubleshooting to identify and resolve any issues

13. Experience with PPAP process and ability to develop and implement new processes

14. Experience with machining and/or cold heading processes a plus

15. Contribute to product design and development, providing valuable insights and recommendations

16. Provide constant communication between Engineering & Operations

17. Support operations by providing technical support and engineering data

18. Support engineering by providing feedback, data and other information needed to process parts

19. Calculation production and material costs

20. Review & recommend continuous improvements to manufacturing processes and efficiencies

21. Identifies need for established work procedure and standardized method

22. Document and communicate work procedure and standardized methods as needed

23. Identifies need for training and communicates need to appropriate manager

24. Perform all other duties as assigned, instructed, or directed

25. Use, understanding, and execution of LEAP/5S, HSE standards

EQUIPMENT & SOFTWARE

1. Plant ERP system (Currently Plex)

2. Proficient in all Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

3. AutoCAD 2D and 3D software

4. Minitab

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Knowledge

• CNC machining/ manufacturing knowledge

• Cold Heading knowledge

• Understanding of quality instruments

• Quoting

• Production Planning

• Blueprint Reading

• CAD Software Proficiency

Technical / Functional Skills

• Thorough understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering.

• Experience working in an ISO/IATF environment and conducting audits.

Language skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret blueprints, schematics, common

scientific and technical journals, financial reports, blueprints, and legal documents.

• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers,

regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from all levels

of staff, vendors, senior management, and public groups

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and

experience. Two (2) to five (5) years of relevant work experience in CNC machining and/or coldheading/manufacturing; eight (8) + if no degree in related field.

• Experience setting up CNC equipment and writing programs.

• Knowledge and understanding of quality instruments and how to use them.

• Experience with business side of operation (quoting, customer relations, production planning, etc.)

• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills

• Proficient PC skills in a Windows environment

• Proven negotiation and contracting skills

• Demonstrated effective organizational and analytical skills

LISI Automotive Hi Vol is an equal opportunity employer and wholeheartedly supports diversity in the workplace as a basic premise for business success. All employees of LISI Automotive Hi Vol are employed on an at-will basis.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• Equipment Troubleshooting
• CNC Tooling