Astec · 1 day ago
Manufacturing Engineer - Operational Excellence
Yankton, SD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expAstec Industries is an industry leader known for delivering innovative solutions in manufacturing. The Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with various operations to develop efficient manufacturing methods and lead process improvements using lean tools and techniques.
Building MaterialConstructionIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringIndustrial ManufacturingInfrastructureManufacturingMechanical EngineeringProduct Design
Responsibilities
Develops, evaluates, and recommends improvements in manufacturing methods through new processes and modifications, minimizing cost and effectively applying production capabilities
Implements process improvements through time studies, process mapping, value-stream mapping, spaghetti mapping and workload balancing, through cross-functional team collaboration
Using standard lean tool sets, achieves safety and process improvements, through reductions cycle-time, rework, scrap, inventory, overtime, space, on-time completions, etc
Facilitates continuous improvements using lean tools and coordinates lean training, development activities of all employees
Works with manufacturing to analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements, material routing and handling methods, manufacturing processes and methods, machine and tool design applications, workflow and new technology and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency, safety and quality
Estimates production times, capacity requirements and related costs to provide information for management decisions and to meet completion dates and technical specifications
Develops proposals, evaluates new development programs and recommends changes in parts specifications, manufacturing processes and production methods and/or objectives to improve quality, productivity, manufacturability and safety as required
Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential
Responsible for the transition of new product introductions from engineering to manufacturing, including capacity analysis, process robustness and process validations
Develops and maintains the manufacturing process work instructions and assembly tooling that are initiated by product design or method improvement changes
Specify new equipment and design required fixtures, jigs and tooling needed to meet production and quality requirements
Prepares and makes presentations to individuals and groups using Microsoft Office applications
Researches, organizes, analyzes and maintains records of technical information from a variety of sources
Follows company policies and procedures at all times
Follows proper safety rules and procedures at all times
Performs special projects other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in industrial, manufacturing, mechanical engineering or related field required
Minimum of three (3) years related work experience in a manufacturing environment required with a demonstrated understanding of heavy machinery manufacturing processes
Knowledge of machine shop operations/processes required
Knowledge of LEAN methods used in manufacturing processes required
In depth knowledge of Excel and/or PowerBI to create various pareto analyses
Knowledge of all types of metal-forming processes to include laser cutting, machining, welding, flame cutting, and bending
Knowledge of engineering/manufacturing system of symbols, legends, shading and lines required and skill reading engineering drawings required
Must be able to collaborate and facilitate cross functional teams to influence and manage change in a heavy manufacturing, multi-shift work environment
Must be able to meet regular attendance requirements
Must have the ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables; and have strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Benefits
Skills training
Career development
Programs that support physical safety
Benefits and resources to enhance total health and wellbeing
Company
Astec
World leader in the production of both warm mix and hot mix asphalt equipment technology, support and training and is the only manufacturer in the world to offer a complete line of portable, relocatable and stationary continuous mix asphalt plants from 80tph to 600tph, as well as batch mix asphalt plants and soil remediation equipment.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1986-06-27IPO
Leadership Team
Christopher Glomski
Vice President and Chief Information Officer
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