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FUNCTIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION
COMPANY: WASP, IncFAST Global Solutions, Inc.
JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Engineer
DEPARTMENT: Manufacturing Operations
REPORTS TO: Director of Manufacturing OperationsManufacturing Engineer Manager
STATUS: Non-ExemptExempt
PREPARED BY: Human Resources
DATE: July 8October, 2013
Summary SUMMARY: Develops and improves manufacturing processes and effectiveness by studying manufacturing methods.
Develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls. Coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products. Priorities include process improvement, problem resolution, project management and employee training by performing the following duties.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
§ Evaluates and develops manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators
§ Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
§ Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes
§ Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements
§ Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
§ Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
§ Recommends methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing work flow, relocating work stations and equipment, and purchase of equipment.
§ Prepares charts, graphs, and diagrams to illustrate workflow, routing, floor layouts, material handling, and machine utilization.
§ Recommends revision of methods of operation or material handling, alterations in equipment layout, or other changes to increase production or improve standards.
§ Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes
§ Prepare and present process engineering metrics reports for management review and management of process improvement projects.
§ Documentation of processes, creation of routings, BOMs and labor times in ERP and documentation systems
§ Work closely with product engineering groups to characterize new assembly materials or processes, and implement flexible process strategies
§ Perform ROI analysis and implement new equipment and automation
§ Aids in planning work assignments in accordance with worker performance, machine capacity, production schedules, and anticipated delays.
§ Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
Performs research, design and development of manufacturing processes, including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment.
· Recommends revision of methods of operation or material handling, alterations in equipment layout, or other changes to increase production or improve standards.
· Performs product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement and efficiency improvement.
· Coordinates the manufacturing launch of new/revised products, including establishing goals, training team members and evaluating results.
· Observes and records workers operating equipment or performing tasks to determine time involved and fatigue rate.
Prepares charts, graphs, and diagrams to illustrate workflow, routing, floor layouts, material handling, and machine utilization.
· Work assignments are part of the foreman job, not MFG Eng.Designs, develops, tests or sources and cost-justifies various tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.
· Represents manufacturing on cross-functional teams.
· Responsible for the development of engineering masters/manufacturing instructions using manufacturing engineering practices.
· Don’t see a need for this line as this is not part of WASP’s current business model. Participate in concurrent engineering and manufacturing design reviews.
· Evaluate and approve drawings, routings/MI’s, specs and other documents.
Prepare/manufacture prototypes as required utilizing the principals of concurrent engineering.
Using manufacturing engineering practices, you areis responsible for writing routings/manufacturing instructions. ???Future???
Manage the successful transition of new products and technology into the production arena.
Process development and documentation of manufacturing work instructions.
Support prototyping activities of new product development.
Analyze and design lean manufacturing cells using effective systems and simulation tools to optimize, use of space, equipment, material and personnel.
Work closely with research and development, quality assurance and maintenance personnel to prevent problems with products and tooling/fixtures.
Ensure all manufacturing safety regulatory policies and procedures are implemented and maintained at all times.
Stay informed concerning new manufacturing technologies and equipment in order to manufacture and reduce cost through efficiencies.
This should fall under quality.Determine and eliminate root causes and diminish occurrences in the manufacturing process.
Ensure that all manufacturing product specifications are developed and testing procedures are in place before starting up vendors/subcontractors.
Establish drafting standards for all designers to follow to ensure that all production personnel are able to understand information contained in the drawing.
Able to assist in reducing cost through re-engineering product/material.
Conduct Design for Manufacturability sessions to assist in total production reduce times.
Assist in the assessment of vendor/subcontractor evaluation for consideration.
Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related field or equivalent; and four to ten years related experience in manufacturing process engineering and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Communication SkillsCOMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including exceptional teamwork skills.
Mathematical Skills MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning AbilityREASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Proven ability to analyze data and effectively present findings to management, co-workers, and customers. Highly creative and analytical mindset with exceptional problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Computer Skills COMPUTER SKILLS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Manufacturing manufacturing and Inventory inventory software, CAD software, Project project Management management software, Spreadsheet spreadsheet and Word word Processing processing software. Extensive computer skills including statistical analysis and willingness to learn new skills and technologies.
Physical DemandsPHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loudmoderate. This should be re-worded.
*Each employee should be aware that changes in the job description could occur at any time. Also this job description is not to be considered or construed to be a contract of employment.
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Functional Job Description Form
Rev. 2, January 26, 2006 Form 1092