RMB Products · 18 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor
Rubbercraft, operating as Bal Seal Engineering, is a division of Kaman Corporation that specializes in advanced sealing and contact solutions for various markets. The Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor will lead and mentor a team to enhance manufacturing capabilities through continuous improvement projects and ensure effective collaboration between production and engineering functions.
Chemical & MaterialsManufacturingChemicalPlastics and Rubber Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Accountable for providing leadership and direction to the Manufacturing Engineering and Machine Shop teams
Develop, manage, mentor and evaluate employee performance throughout the year
Development of resource plans to support Key Objectives, Initiatives & production goals
Communicate and interface regularly with key stakeholders and employees throughout the BSE organization
Closely partner with Operations and Quality Assurance to improve overall process capability and quality of manufactured components and assemblies
Provide a 'bridge' between Production and Engineering functions
Implement, monitor, develop and improve Manufacturing Engineering and Machine Shop KPIs
Establish and manage inventory of spare parts for equipment in the Machine Shop
Mentor lower-level engineers and serve as a resource to share knowledge with the engineering team and the rest of the company
Review designs for manufacturability and cost (DFM/A)
Responsible for design and/or sourcing, validation, and qualification of new manufacturing equipment
Review and Interpretation of engineering drawings per ASME Y14.5
Ability to drive to root cause, provide short and long-term corrective solutions
Develop and support CI Initiatives
Provide troubleshooting assistance and support for Engineering and Operations as necessary
May be required to establish routings, BoMs, processes, layouts, tools, costs, and labor standards for manufacturing processes. Development of supporting documentation including PFMEAs, drawings, work instructions, procedures, tools/jigs/fixtures, and processes to support new product introduction. Documentation of legacy production equipment and 'tribal knowledge' processes
May be required to review, initiate and assess Engineering Change Orders, Engineering Orders, drawing and process deviations
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical degree
Minimum 7 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience
Minimum 3 years' experience leading high performance teams
Experience leading large cross-functional Continuous Improvement / Lean initiatives, developing and implementing Process Capability studies
Experience interfacing with ERP/MRP and PLM/PDM Systems
Experience with assembly or manufacturing shop floor
Experience overseeing and approving DFMA reviews and approval of engineering drawings
Working Knowledge of GD&T interpretation and implementation per ASME Y14.5
Base knowledge in inspection tools and methods
In depth knowledge of Manufacturing Methods and Processes
Ability to effectively and safely utilize various hand and power tools
Knowledge of machine elements (i.e. fasteners, bearings, gear and belt drive etc.)
Must be able to work in a highly collaborative environment
Must be hands on and interface with plant personnel and operators
Ability to identify and solve problems with little direction or assistance
Ability to utilize ERP/MRP and PLM/PDM systems
Working knowledge of and ability to utilize CAD systems
Proficiency in conflict resolution
Strong Project Management skills
Strong computer and analytical skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Up to 5% travel required to BSE facilities and/or trade shows
Preferred
6-Sigma Green or Black Belt certification desired
Experience with machining small and medium sized precision components made from a variety of polymers and metals preferred
Experience with Laser welding processes and techniques a plus
Experience with 3D modeling software Solidworks and/or Inventor preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Short and long-term disability coverage
Accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Employee assistance plan
Retirement savings and matching
Other developmental opportunities