NR Consulting · 4 months ago
Process and Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Burlington, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $130K/yr
3+ years expNR Consulting is seeking an experienced and results-driven Process and Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead and oversee the development, optimization, and ongoing support of manufacturing processes within their solar module production operations in Burlington, Washington. The role involves managing teams, developing strategies to improve productivity, and collaborating with other departments to optimize manufacturing operations.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Hiring, training, and managing manufacturing engineering staff, including performance evaluations and disciplinary actions
Mentoring, coaching and supporting career development of direct reports
Strong communication skills within department and with other business units, local, corporate and other Client’s plants nationwide
Use Client’s values as the backbone to manage and lead the team
Developing, implementing, improving and sustaining manufacturing processes, procedures, and standards to optimize production efficiency, quality, and safety
Responsible for developing and continuous improvement to the PFMEA and VSMs for the product and manufacturing lines
Identify and implement kaizen projects to improve productivity & efficiency
Support the production team with data and analysis toward resolving other issues including those outside of engineering scope
Hands-on root cause analysis on production, engineering, equipment, and maintenance issues
Driving continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing principles to enhance overall operational performance
Work as a liaison between the New Product Development Team and operations on the implementation of new and future products. Responsible for transforming NPIs from R&D phase into production phase, complying with project gate process
Managing manufacturing engineering projects, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting, ensuring projects are on time and within budget
Support the quotation of machinery or equipment required for the processes
Developing timelines, budgets, and scope of work for projects
Projects and process improvements (implementation, analysis, and process improvements)
Support Equipment Runoff @ OEM
Collaborating with the Operations Team on Program Deliverables
PFMEAs Review / Simulation Review / Control Plans / Launch Deliverables
Support Plant Equipment Install / Debug / Launch / Continuous Improvement
Actively participate in meetings with the plants to support and meet the project deliverables
Support all sites with troubleshooting activities, provide solutions and support for process concerns or improvement
Automation troubleshooting, new equipment installation and modifications
Ensure equipment and systems comply with relevant standards and legislation
Establish equipment installation board and review weekly/daily with OEM and contractors
Develop and lead trial runs at all sites
Qualification
Required
Familiarity with design standards in US (i.e., NEC, NFPA 70, etc.) and solid understanding of safety systems design
Experience working with and troubleshooting robotics / controls systems, Control Logix PLCs and plant application controls and automation
Good oral and written communication skills. Must exhibit professional and courteous communication / interaction under pressure
Strong organizational skills and a high level of self-motivation
Demonstrated technical project management experience
Strong logical and methodical reasoning capabilities
Ability to work overtime and weekends when required
Familiarity with Variable Frequency Drives and HMIs
Ability to effectively manage multiple issues in a fast-paced work environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex issues
Skilled in Microsoft Office applications and AutoCAD software
Able to effectively work with external machine builders and system integrators for detail design, build and integration of later stages of machine system implementation
Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical, Mechatronics, Industrial, Electrical, Electronics, or Manufacturing Engineering
3+ years of leadership experience in a fast-paced automated manufacturing industry
Solid understanding of safety of manufacturing systems design
Preferred
Knowledge and experience in the application of Statistical Process Control
Benefits
Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday)
Employee Assistance Program
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Recognition Programs
Employee PV Panel Purchase Program
Company
NR Consulting
NR Consulting is an information technology consulting firm that offers contingent hiring, direct hires, and managed IT services.
1001-5000 employees
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