Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. · 1 day ago
Manufacturing Engineer
Salina, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelGreat Plains Manufacturing, Inc. is a well-established manufacturer of agriculture equipment, seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their team in Lucas, KS. The role focuses on supporting manufacturing processes with an emphasis on operator safety, process improvements, and collaboration between plant and product development.
AgricultureMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Support manufacturing processes with the primary focus being operator safety by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing methods
Conceptualize and maintain plant layout and processes
Spend time on the production floor assisting with process improvements, with main focus in assembly
Assist in capital purchases and projects
Read and interpret performance charts and graphs relating to safety, quality and productivity
Design or spec fixtures, carts, tooling, etc
Liaison between plant and product development to include submitting and managing engineering change requests
Estimate production times, staffing requirements and related costs for management decisions
Work closely with materials management to balance the flow of production through the plant
Support manufacturing to achieve safety, productivity and quality tats through process design, optimization projects and Kaizen initiatives
Develop or revise standard operating and working practices
Follow all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed safety and protective equipment
Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment
Qualification
Required
Support manufacturing processes with the primary focus being operator safety by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing methods
Conceptualize and maintain plant layout and processes
Spend time on the production floor assisting with process improvements, with main focus in assembly
Assist in capital purchases and projects
Read and interpret performance charts and graphs relating to safety, quality and productivity
Design or spec fixtures, carts, tooling, etc
Liaison between plant and product development to include submitting and managing engineering change requests
Estimate production times, staffing requirements and related costs for management decisions
Work closely with materials management to balance the flow of production through the plant
Support manufacturing to achieve safety, productivity and quality tats through process design, optimization projects and Kaizen initiatives
Develop or revise standard operating and working practices
Follow all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed safety and protective equipment
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, or related degree from four-year college or university; manufacturing engineering experience a plus
Understanding of a variety of manufacturing equipment and systems
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
Lean advocate with demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing processes
Proficient with Microsoft Office Products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, etc
Must be familiar with AutoCAD, 3D Solid Modeling and Creo
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to effectively present information to management and public groups
Ability to safely operate automobiles, trucks, tractors and lifts
Company
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
At Great Plains our people make the difference, making our Company a great place to work and grow.
Founded in 1976
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.61MKey Investors
Kansas Department of Commerce
2023-06-20Grant· $0.61M
2016-05-13Acquired
Leadership Team
David Disberger
President & CEO
Tim Henry
Chief Financial Officer
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