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Comfort Systems USA · 2 hours ago

Sr Manufacturing Engineer

Greater Houston

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Comfort Systems USA is a Houston-headquartered company known for its strong reputation in delivering value and integrity. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will lead the manufacturing engineering department, focusing on continuous improvement, driving efficiencies, and supporting production operations through various engineering methodologies, including LEAN principles.

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Responsibilities

Lead the ME Team in driving Process Improvement Program to meet the savings target

Lead the team in Capex equipment identification and installations

Lead the team in developing and tracking ROI on Capex investments

Document and track all cost savings against targets

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

Drive LEAN principles throughout the Operations department. Train operations personnel on LEAN principles. Develop Value Stream Maps for core processes and Lead Rapid Improvement Events (Kaizen)

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

Support production operations through work cell planning and layout

Justify, procure, and implement necessary production equipment and other assets

Develop, design, and implement appropriate tooling to maximize labor efficiency and total cost savings

Lead the labor estimating function by providing estimates of direct labor as required. Develop and maintain cost models for various activities for use in estimating. Conduct time studies and audits as appropriate to validate and adjust labor estimates to reflect actual costs

Support make/buy analysis of fabricated parts and subassemblies

Support all health, safety, and environmental objectives of the company

Troubleshoot day-to-day operations

Foster a climate of continuous improvement and champion LEAN and 5S activities through specific training and certification of LEAN practitioners within the organization

Collaborate closely with production supervisors and OPM’s to maximize overall efficiency of operations in project execution

Qualification

LEAN ManufacturingValue Stream MappingContinuous ImprovementERP SystemsKaizen EventsManufacturing EngineeringSafety AwarenessCommunicationDecision MakingAdaptabilityCustomer Focus

Required

10 or more years of experience in manufacturing/industrial engineering

A solid understanding of, and experience in implementing, LEAN initiatives, including leading Rapid Improvement (Kaizen) events and Value Stream Mapping

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

Experienced in the implementation and use of ERP systems

BS in Manufacturing or Industrial engineering, or equivalent

LEAN Manufacturing

Factory Acceptance Testing

Adaptability – Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures

Building Strategic Working Relationships – Developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals

Building Trust – Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization

Communication – Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message

Customer Focus – Making customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; developing and sustaining productive customer relationships

Decision Making – Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences

Inclusion – Appreciating and leveraging the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. Working effectively with individuals of diverse style, ability, and motivation for a direct effect on business results

Initiating Action – Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive; generating innovative solutions in work situations

Safety Awareness – Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety, upholding safety standards

Work Standards – Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed

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