RECARO Aircraft Seating · 16 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer II
Fort Worth, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expRECARO Aircraft Seating is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to work in a fast-paced team environment. The role involves executing change through process improvement methodologies and assisting in implementing the organization’s Lean strategy while developing and improving manufacturing methods.
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Responsibilities
Effectively utilize Lean, Six Sigma, other CI methodologies and support activities for Value Stream Maps (current and future) according to the Lean Operations Roadmap
Assist and support current 5S program
Lead, participate and support Kaizen Events and A3’s
Interfaces with quality, receiving quality, industrial engineering and production to integrate new products or processes into the existing production area
Interfaces with industrial engineer and production to develop shop floor photo documentation and standard work instructions
Creates an atmosphere for development of new concepts, ideas and methods to support continuous improvement in the department
Confers with industrial engineering, program manager and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods
Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes as well as tooling and suggest fixtures
Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements in conjunction with Industrial Engineering
Develop and maintain the requirements of new tools and fixtures orders for final assembly
Develop and maintain specialty tools to support production flow
Develops product, process designs and implements production standard methods to reduce manufacturing costs, applying lean principles while ensuring quality as part of the process
Evaluates manufacturing methods by conducting research on programs, applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, and assembly process and soliciting observations from operators
Assists in developing manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with vendors
Acts as a First Responder for the production department to trouble shoot and resolve technical problems. Identifies, communicates and resolves issues in the manufacturing process
Troubleshoot any technical design difficulties w/ operator, which may arise during the manufacture of product and take appropriate action to prevent future occurrences of the problems
Review and support effectives of training activities for all production assembly employees. This includes the development of new hire and recurrent training. This can include individualized training plans to strengthen an employee’s existing skills or teach new ones
Assist in develop and direct training and development programs, using knowledge of the effectiveness of methods such as classroom training, demonstrations, on-the-job-training, meetings and workshops
Assist in develop and direct training for leads and supervisors in techniques and skills for training
Create pro-active and responsive training solutions to improve individual, team and organizational performance
Assist in preparing and facilitate training courses for employees to include the design of instructional materials for training and participant materials
Confer with management and conduct surveys to identify training needs based on projected production processes and changes
Assist in identifying and assessing future and current training needs through job analysis, career paths, annual performance appraisals and consultation with line supervisors
Develop and direct with employee evaluations and ranking assessments
Oversees training records and training database
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; preferably in Operations, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical engineering or Industrial Engineering
5 or more years of work related experience preferably in aircraft or a combination of education and experience
Advanced Root cause analysis capability using 3D clash analysis and advanced metrology equipment
Able to create and review engineering drawings, models and assemblies for manufacturability
Knowledge of Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing processes
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, concepts and procedures
Knowledge of Aerospace materials such as metals and plastics
Knowledge of Aerospace requirements such as ISO9001 and AS9100
Experienced in GD&T
Experienced in various forms of rapid prototyping including 3D printing
Experienced in creating and implementing process control as related to production fixtures
Ability to independently plan and prioritize tasks
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
Ability to define problems, collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Must have good interpersonal and organizational skills
Must be able to work a flexible schedule
Intermediate to proficient in Microsoft Office products
Five years experience of PLM software
Preferred
Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus
Company
RECARO Aircraft Seating
RECARO Aircraft Seating is an active supplier of premium aircraft seats for the leading airlines around the world
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (3)
2024 (10)
2023 (8)
2022 (6)
2021 (13)
2020 (7)
Funding
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Debra Morgan
Chief Quality Inspector/Customer Service Quality Supervisor
Mark Hiller
Shareholder
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