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Comfort Systems USA · 19 hours ago

Manufacturing Engineer

Greater Houston

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Comfort Systems USA is a Houston-headquartered company focused on delivering innovative packaged modular systems for various applications. They are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support production operations by evaluating manufacturing processes, driving efficiency, and implementing Lean initiatives.

ConstructionHeating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)IndustrialService Industry

Responsibilities

Evaluate production activities through data analysis to identify opportunities for improvements in productivity, material flow, safety, quality, and cost. Prioritize actions to be taken, establish schedules for completion, and implement the necessary measures to realize savings

Responsible for the implementation of key elements of Lean, such as: Standardized Work Instructions, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen/5S

Conduct time studies and audits as appropriate to validate and adjust labor estimates to reflect actual costs

Work with vendors in determining product specifications and evaluating products according to quality standards and specifications

Facilitate and/or lead cross-functional teams with Engineering, Production and Estimating in support of driving efficiencies and eliminating non-value-added activities

Collaborate with design engineering in concurrent engineering efforts to ensure manufacturability. Proactively identify opportunities for improved manufacturability and coordinate implementation with design engineering and operations personnel

Provide shop floor feedback on product design and manufacturability issues to Engineering and DFMs

Document and track all cost savings and process improvements against targets

Evaluate Quality data and implement improvement activities to ensure all quality requirements are met

Plan and execute facility and work cell layout modifications based on planned products and workload to optimize material and product flow

Develop, design, justify and implement appropriate production tools, equipment, and other assets to maximize labor efficiency and reduce total cost

Support estimating function by providing estimates of direct labor and raw material costs as required. Develop and maintain cost models for various activities for use in estimating

Responsible for the implementation of key elements of Lean, such as: standardized work instructions, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen/5S

Other responsibilities as assigned by TAS

Qualification

LEAN/Six Sigma Green BeltSolidWorksAutoCADFabrication processesERP systemBlueprint readingP&ID interpretationSafety AwarenessWork StandardsAdaptabilityCommunicationCustomer FocusDecision Making

Required

3 or more years of experience in manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

BS / MS in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial engineering

LEAN / Six Sigma Green Belt certification is a plus

Understanding of Fabrication, welding & assembly process

Proficiency in SolidWorks & AutoCAD

Good understanding of, and experience in implementing LEAN initiatives

Relevant experience in a make to order/engineer to order project environment

Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Industrial / Manufacturing Engineer, Operations Manager, other related role in a heavy/industrial manufacturing environment

Previous experience in development of fixtures & Jigs

Familiarity with Fabrication, Welding & Assembly processes

Experience in developing & monitoring Labor Budgets, EVA analysis

Proficiency in ERP system is required

Experience in implementation of Lean Processes such as Standardized Work Instructions, 5S, Process Improvement Initiatives etc

High proficiency in Blueprint reading and P&ID interpretation

PC proficiency – must be versed in the use of basic Microsoft office tools – Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Project

Ability to prioritize multiple projects

Enthusiastic, cooperative, and positive behavior