Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA · 9 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer
Greenfield, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expYamaha Motor Corporation, USA is focused on manufacturing high-quality boat propellers. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will drive operational excellence through cost reduction initiatives, productivity improvements, and various engineering projects to enhance manufacturing processes.
AutomotiveManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead and support cost reduction initiatives, including idea generation and execution of specific projects
Drive productivity and waste reduction efforts using Lean principles; support capacity planning to improve throughput and reduce lead times
Champion ergonomic improvements through training and implementation of both short-term (recordable rate reduction) and long-term (capital project) initiatives
Manage capital projects from concept to completion, including drawings, specifications, vendor bidding, installation, and operator training
Assist in commissioning new equipment and systems with minimal disruption to production
Support error-proofing (poke-yoke) initiatives, including integration of PLCs and logic-based systems
Validate BOMs and routings through time studies and material weight checks to ensure accuracy in SAP MRP system
Collaborate on new product, process, or system development
Develop and maintain SOPs for production processes; train operators, leads, supervisors, and managers
Design fixtures, jigs, and other tools using AutoCAD or similar CAD software to enhance production efficiency
Partner with the Quality department to perform root cause analyses and implement corrective actions for scrap reduction
Foster a respectful and professional work environment
Provide technical support for engineering projects using MS Excel and CAD software
Perform additional projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field
3+ years of experience as a project engineer, process engineer, project manager, manufacturing engineer or related occupation
Experience using MS Excel and CAD Software (AutoCAD or equivalent)
Preferred
Experience in investment casting, grind and finishing operations, or foundry environments is a plus
Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards
Experience in Lean-based manufacturing system or process design
Benefits
Tuition assistance
12 paid holidays off per year
Generous vacation policy
Medical with HSA options
Dental
Vision starting first day of the month following date of hire
Competitive 401(k) with company match
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Company
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
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1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
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