CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles) · 1 week ago
Manufacturing Engineer
Elmira, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $95K/yr
5+ years expCAF is an international market leader for the design and manufacture of equipment for integrated transport systems. The Manufacturing Engineer will assist in plant operations to improve manufacturing efficiencies by utilizing continuous improvement techniques and applying Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
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No H1B
Responsibilities
Will be responsible for managing and leading continuous improvement projects
Apply Lean Manufacturing tools and methodology in the implementation of manufacturing excellence initiatives
Work with manufacturing personnel to assist in the understanding and adoption of new principles and techniques
Drives the standardization of processes and the implementation of metrics and best practices
Assist in setting annual operational targets and help drive improvements to achieve those targets
Evaluate designs and develop manufacturing processes, methods, tooling and fixturing
Evaluate manufacturing workspace in order to design production layouts and workflow to utilize the available space effectively and efficiently
Work with manufacturing personnel and QA to determine the root cause of manufacturing issues
Communicate design issues identified in the manufacturing process to the Design Engineering department
Provide detailed solution proposals for manufacturing issues
Develop work instructions to aid manufacturing personnel in the implementation of the design
Estimate the number of production personnel for a project, calculate the time involved and related costs for doing the project, clearly provide direction, training to the production personnel about the work flow, create a layout of the equipment in order to get higher level of production efficiency
Participate in PDCA improvement efforts
Monitor and support the implementation of design modifications in the build process
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager
Qualification
Required
BS Degree (Engineering; Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical or Industrial)
5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment or Associates Degree
Ability to Identify Problems
Interested and capable in solving problems and driven to execute
Very strong communication skills
Demonstrated effective team player
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Strong proficiency in Computer Aided Drafting
Willingness and ability to learn new skills, including new technologies and systems
Company
CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles)
CAF is a global leader in comprehensive transportation systems, shaping the future of sustainable mobility.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2002-01-04IPO
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