Job Information
Spectrum Plastics Master Manufacturing Engineer Pittsfield in Pittsfield, Massachusetts
To integrate, or improve manufacturing systems or related processes relative to Injection Mold Processing/Production/Validation. Provide project, status feedback to management team. Emphasis on Continuous Improvement driving positive change throughout the manufacturing processes.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Perform Manufacturing Engineering projects as assigned
Execute Lean/6-Sigma disciplines focusing on Continuous Improvement
Implementing creative ideas in the process of manufacturing and understanding the technicalities related with the products
Hands-on approach on improving the manufacturing process by implementing engineering concepts and optimizing the production of the products
Support Validation Team in transitioning new programs to production including manufacturing line, secondary operations and production planning
Configuring the products and providing manufacturing specifications to the teams involved in documentation to help prepare guides and instructions
Reviewing the cost of the products by analyzing the cost of raw material and overall production cost
Working with the manufacturing department and help them understand the technical concepts that should be looked after during the manufacturing process of the products
Working closely with the quality assurance team to make sure that the product is meeting the quality constraints as well
Identify and/or Lead Continuous Improvement/Lean Projects either individually or with team
Gather information for capital equipment needs, create and budget for Return on Investment and/or positive efficiency return
Participate in NCR/Continuous Improvement meetings as required
Visit Customers to support manufacturing engineering efforts as required
Support sales initiatives and programs as required
Interact positively with all Apex personnel
Ensure that all safety procedures are followed
Ensure that all equipment safeties are not altered or defeated
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, or 5-7 years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Prior experience in Lean Manufacturing Disciplines
Prior experience in Injection Mold Processing preferred
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret Technical Drawings and technical information documents
Create technical documents for use in the Injection Molding, other departments, and APEX Customers
Ability to write and professionally present technical information to small groups
Should be creative and should posses ability to use modern technology in the manufacturing process
Familiar with the manufacturing process and concepts that are followed traditionally
Possess strong computer, mathematical, reading, writing skills
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical information, electronic data, drawings and data in an efficient manner.
Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
Must be able to climb up and down stairs.
Support cross functional teams and departments as required.
Perform job duties in accordance to ISO 13485/9001 including ISO audits.
Travel is required to support company initiatives.