The Manufacturing Engineer for Metalcraft of Mayville and Bluebird Turf will be responsible for spearheading continuous improvement projects, drafting and design of plant layout visions and value stream transformations, providing concept designs for support equipment used in manufacturing processes, collaborating with Project Engineering on NPI and potential DFM opportunities, creating standard work for manufacturing processes, and ultimately eliminating waste in manufacturing processes using lean manufacturing tools. This position is located at our Auburn Hills location.

• I.E. – tooling fixtures, material handling equipment, lifting equipment, and other support equipment used in manufacturing processes.

• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, and proven ability to implement and teach lean tools.
• Working knowledge of Six Sigma DMAIC strategy used to improve, optimize, and stabilize manufacturing processes and designs.
• Possess strong ME and IE skill sets that will be utilized in value stream transformations.
• Strong knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD software design tools to assist in plant layout proposals, and designing of manufacturing process support equipment.
• AutoCAD, PTC CREO, and FEA experience is a plus.
• Able to design and think analytically and creatively while keeping safety and cost in mind.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Able to read manufacturing blueprints, and working knowledge of GD&T.
• Experienced user of Microsoft Office products.
• Able to operate on own initiative with minimal supervision, but also contribute as a team member working within the Manufacturing Engineering team and other cross functional teams.
• Travel to Wisconsin for training and occasional other business will be required.

Education or Equivalents experience:

The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field. Recent graduates encouraged to apply!

Metalcraft of Mayville is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Minorities, Women, Veterans, Disabilities

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