JAC Products · 14 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer
Shelby Township, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expJAC Products is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support their Business Unit team in problem solving, Lean and Continuous Improvement activities, and process development. The role focuses on enhancing product quality, production efficiency, and waste reduction in the extrusion process.
AutomotiveIndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required
Shall adhere to all safety, health and environmental procedures, policies and practices such as; utilizing personal protective equipment and proper attire in keeping with safety standards
Comply with all QMS / EMS / ISO procedures and work instructions as it pertains to the position description
Optimize current process and develop new extrusion processes
Ensures that all Manufacturing Engineering (ME) related activities in the office and on the production floor are carried out in a safe manner
Responsible to address any unsafe practices by any employee that are witnessed in any area on the shop floor or in the office
Effectively supports and understands the JAC Products Development System (JPDS) and overall launch responsibility
Responsible to complete on time all deliverables assigned to the Manufacturing Engineer under JPDS program and support JPDS program Gate reviews
ME deliverables includes ownership for the Process Flow Diagram, PFMEA, Capital Asset Request (CAR) Approval, Equipment Plan, and Installation, Equipment Qualification, Tooling and Equipment Tryout, Run at Rate, Operator Work Instructions, ME is to support the following 8 pack and Facilities and Equipment Plans
Verify BOM for parts manufactured on assigned manufacturing cells are accurate and contain proper quantities and weights for each part
Supports the development of packaging and ensures BOMs & packaging instructions are accurate and correct
Prepares project cost estimates, budgets, Returns On Investments (ROIs), and CARs as required
Works with Launch Managers, Facility Tooling, and Equipment Suppliers to develop and build assembly fixtures, assembly aids, or other equipment needed in developing manufacturing cell to manufacturing parts
Ensures that work cells are set-up properly and contains the required equipment and information that enables proper number of operators to produce products at the assigned run-rate and to the required specifications
This includes such items as Assembly Tools, Safety Devices, up-to-date Standard Work, Operator Work Instructions, and Error Proofing / Poke-Yokes devices etc…
Leads the creation and maintenance of specific process Work Instructions, partnering with the appropriate Business Unit counterpart(s) to ensure accuracy of process
Participate in quality stand-down for customer concerns, Use problem solving tools such as JAC corrective action process, 8D, 5Why, Fishbone Diagrams, Design of Experiment (DOE), etc… to help identify root cause, and support team in implementing permanent corrective actions
Responsible for information boards and the following metrics are being tracked daily and monthly on each cell
Scrap, Downtime, Change-over, Repair/FTY, and Labor Efficiency
Responsible for creating and updating Job Books for each part number on their assigned cell
Leads and supports productivity enhancing and cost reducing activities in reducing scrap, downtime reductions, changeover reductions, efficiency improvements, and improvements in repairs/ first time yield (FTY), Use problem solving tools such as JAC corrective action process, 8D, 5Why, Fishbone Diagrams, Design of Experiment (DOE), etc… to support these activities
Driving improvements through the JAC Products Performance System (JPPS)
Implementing lean manufacturing concepts on their assigned cells and involving operators, maintenance, and tooling personnel in cell improvements
Implement Engineering Changes for assigned manufacturing cells
Assure all BOM and routers are aligned to the change, verify material quantity and weights, update all work cell information, and prepare ME responsible documents for PPAP and submit to QE for presentation to customer
Assists in audits of the Quality Management System of their assigned cells; includes compliance to existing work Instructions, processes, and forms
Includes internal and customer driven audits
Responsible for training Business Unit team members and operators on safety devices, manufacturing build process, standard work, process flow diagrams (PFD), PFMEA, work instructions, problem solving techniques, cell layout, information board, and charting cell metrics
Interfaces with suppliers as needed on processes, productivity, and product improvements
Performs all other functions as required; included are any work assignments relating to the efficient flow of work within JAC Products
Qualification
Required
Advanced technical Knowledge of relevant manufacturing processes such as: injection molding, extrusion, fabrication, metal roll-forming, and heat treat
Advanced knowledge of Manufacturing Process design and work cell layout
Advanced knowledge and practical application of Problem Solving / Process Improvement analysis, tools, and techniques
Knowledge of Datum Structure and Design For Manufacturing
Strong working knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts and standard work
Basic computer skills, including P.C. knowledge and current technology software familiarity
Excellent communication skills - both written and oral
Preferred
Possession of a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required for all new hires in all positions
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or the equivalent / relevant technical experience is required
Three (3) or more years' experience in the relevant manufacturing process(s)
For the heat treat process, minimum of 5 years' experience in heat treat operations or combination of formal metallurgical education and experience is required
Practical, successful experience in work-cell layout
Practical, successful experience in the development of Standard Work
Successful Product Launch / Production Start-up experience including all documentation, testing, data collection, and reporting
Experience leading the PPAP process to successful conclusion
Experience leading cost savings and performance improvement initiatives within the manufacturing environment
Company
JAC Products
Jac Products manufacture and supply automotive exterior functional components, industrial and structural extrusions and assemblies.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2016-10-28Secondary Market
2016-10-28Acquired
Leadership Team
Mike Moriarty
Chief Financial Officer
Don Bernhardt
COO
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