Valmont Industries, Inc. · 14 hours ago
Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Automation & Robotics Technology
Omaha, NE
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expValmont Industries, Inc. is a Fortune 1000 company focused on advancing agricultural productivity and vital infrastructure. The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer will lead the implementation of new manufacturing technologies and processes, improving existing processes while ensuring quality and competitiveness in fabrication.
Consumer Goods
Responsibilities
Will provide strategic leadership and direction to the manufacturing engineering endeavors of the company
Remains apprised of cutting-edge and new-to-world technologies via trade shows, collaborations, periodicals, and other research
Process Development: Design and develop manufacturing processes for new products, ensuring efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness
Implement and optimize automation and robotic systems to enhance production capabilities
Identify and lead initiatives to improve manufacturing processes, reduce waste, and increase productivity
Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure products meet specifications and standards
Provide technical support and troubleshooting for manufacturing issues, working closely with cross-functional teams
Develop & lead projects by applying lean principles to conduct process flow analysis, improve process time, improve 1st pass yield, reduce process variation, and improve process stability
Ownership of all new capacity investments to deploy the best manufacturing processes
From identified capacity gap or technology roadmap driver, develop automation solution to provide a value-added solution
Ensure all appropriate process \ equipment \ project documentation is captured and stored in the appropriate digital system for knowledge retention
Partner with Manufacturing Plants in the construction and evolution of the site technology roadmap that delivers technical productivity and supports profits & loss improvement on the product offers
Provide advanced manufacturing support for technologies that support Smart Factory deployment. Those technologies include:
Industry 4.0 and related technologies
General Automation and Robotics
PLCs, HMIs, and Control Systems
Collaborative Robotics
Stage Gate Visualization Deployment
Augmented / Virtual Reality Applications
Ensures the Automation and Robotics vision & roadmap is aligned with Global Operations strategy
Leads the effort to standardize on specific equipment/vendors/technologies across the organization
Lead manufacturing and process improvement projects in the resolution of product problems (i.e. safety hazards / high risk ergonomic areas, machine breakdowns, capacity constraints, quality, material handling, and processes) with a focus on automation and robotics
Analyze operating costs, labor, material, and variable costs to aid in the identifying cost reduction opportunities across footprint
Develop strategic initiatives regarding the use of new technology and automation to transform our processes across the footprint
Meet or exceed established project performance goals
Ability to work independently or in groups
Excellent interpersonal communications skills, able to effectively communicate and build relationships with end users, peers, management, and third parties
Excellent facilitation skills working with both internal and external parties
Qualification
Required
Preferred Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a technical degree with equivalent experience
7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering required
Advanced knowledge of Lean Methodologies required
Experience across various lean tools and lean systems thinker
Construction / Machinery Project Management experience leading teams & managing vendors as a project manager and/or project team leader
Proven successful experience leading and driving change on multiple projects
Proven history of problem solving in an environment involving welding, thermal cutting, forming, machining, assembly, and other manufacturing processes
Advanced skills in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and MS Project
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Inventor
Well-versed in robotics (Fanuc/Yaskawa/Kuka/Nachi)
Proficient designing/programming/troubleshooting with Allen-Bradley PLC Hardware & Software (i.e. Control Logix 5000, Factory Talk Studio, etc.)
Strong leadership skills and effective at motivating and managing vision and purpose
The ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Aptitude of making decisions involving varied levels of risk and ambiguity
Strong verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail in a collaborative work environment
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Management, Business or related discipline
MBA or MS Technical degree preferred
Knowledge of Lean tools and principles
Knowledge of AISC, ISO, or AWS D1.1 requirements
Benefits
Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
401k retirement plan with company match
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
Work Life Support
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Company
Valmont Industries, Inc.
For nearly 80 years, Valmont has been a global leader that provides products and solutions to support vital infrastructure and advance agricultural productivity.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Andy Massey
Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
Ellen Dasher
Tax Services Lead
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