Gables Search Group · 22 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer; Metal Forming
Gables Search Group is partnering with a premier metal forming manufacturer located in the Greater Cleveland, OH Area to find a Manufacturing Engineer. The Manufacturing Engineer will provide engineering support to operations, lead the APQP process, and collaborate with various departments to improve manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and improve the manufacturing processes used to forge a part to print requirements
Launch and lead the APQP team/meetings from initial kickoff through design review and post-production review
Collaborate with the design engineers and operations to determine appropriate procedures, speeds and feeds, and die set up that will produce a try-out that meets the print
Provide all documentation internally from these runs and validate consistency over the life of the launch/APQP
Trouble shoot existing die issues/runs utilizing our discovery tool, forming collaborative teams to fully investigate while providing solutions through die modifications or redesigns, set-up adjustments or production parameter adjustments
Initiate PCN's and update prints as needed
Participate in try-outs for new and adjusted die designs, offering your expertise in process and design
Demonstrate knowledge of the Quality Policy and how it relates to customer requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials, or Manufacturing Engineering; OR an equivalent combination of education and on the job experience
3 - 5 years of experience in metals manufacturing industry (Metal Forming preferred)
Ability to interpret blueprints, tolerancing and manufacturing specifications
Good working knowledge of statistical process control methods and its application
Ability to 3D model complex parts and assemblies
Strong working knowledge of 3D modeling software (Solidworks preferred), and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office is required; Deform software is a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated, high attention to detail, and strong multitasking abilities
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Preferred
Metal Forming preferred
Understanding of press fundamentals and die design is a plus
Deform software is a plus
Benefits
Development and advancement opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive pay
Outstanding benefits