Crown Equipment Corporation · 4 hours ago
Mfg Engineer I - Materials
Greencastle, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expCrown Equipment Corporation is one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, offering local support on a global scale. They are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I to lead and support the implementation of improved manufacturing processes using Lean methodology and tools, while contributing to operational improvements and team development.
Industrial
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead or support the implementation of improved manufacturing processes using Lean methodology and tools. Lead or support improvement teams via kaizen events and/or projects to develop the new improved business process, support and/or prepare the applicable justification, and implement the improvement
Guide, direct and supervise Lean and CI personnel that report directly to this position on all phases of their lean initiatives. Demonstrate cross-functional project management skills by involving other business functional groups as required during the development and implementation of the project
Transfer all applicable Lean tools as required for each improvement project. Also help develop the ongoing improvement efforts that will become a part of the operational culture after a successful Lean implementation
Assist in building team skills during the Lean implementation process. Involve all necessary functions in developing solutions and implementing them for the betterment of the company. Assign tasks to team members that will improve the process as well as develop them professionally
Contribute to short term and long-term plans that drive to operational improvement. Support manufacturing initiatives on practices that require consistency across operations
Lead improvement projects and support the development of strategic and capital plans
Review production problems as they are identified and implement solutions. Develop, implement, and update documentation and training. Contribute to initiatives by other plant functions such as quality, safety, environment, production control, etc., to improve operations
Develop reports, project briefings and management presentations. Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School graduate or equivalent
Bachelor's Degree or a two-year degree along with five years' relevant experience in a manufacturing environment or with no degree ten years' relevant experience
Technical skills and training such as CAD layout, simulation, problem solving, and training are desired
Must demonstrate excellent communication skills amongst shop floor, support staff, and plant leadership
Must be able to lead and execute small/large teams and projects
Requires good organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to train others
Occasional travel and overnight stays (0-5%)
Benefits
Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan
Flexible Benefits Plan
401K Retirement Savings Plan
Life and Disability Benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Tuition Reimbursement
And much more.
Company
Crown Equipment Corporation
Crown is one of the world’s largest material handling companies.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Sara Corona
Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer
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