Production Engineer
Michigan Automotive Compressor10 months ago
Parma, MI, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Production Engineer at Michigan Automotive Compressor, Inc. (MACI) – a world-class manufacturer of air conditioning compressors and magnetic clutches and a joint venture between Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO) and DENSO. As the largest manufacturer in Jackson County and market leader in North America, MACI is committed to unparalleled quality.
Key Responsibilities
- General Responsibilities: Demonstrate strong motivation, focus, organization, and a self-starting attitude to integrate into our fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Utilize educational background and work experience to systematically implement continuous improvement.
- Communicate professionally and facilitate work with all MACI personnel.
- Ethically support the policies and goals of MACI and the production engineering department.
- Specific Responsibilities: Enhance machine safety, perform process troubleshooting and root cause analysis, reduce downtime, defects and costs; program and troubleshoot PLC & CNC systems; conduct feasibility and time studies; manage scheduling, budgeting, and projects; maintain production control charts and PFMEA documentation; test and improve tools and machine designs; prepare and deliver visual presentations; procure and analyze data, manage equipment procurement and support supplier development.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science or Science & Technology discipline related to the manufacturing environment.
- Manufacturing experience in machine and/or process operation, skilled trades work, administrative duties, or engineering.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Mechanical Engineering with a focus on manufacturing.
- Experience in machining and/or aluminum casting is a plus.
- High output automotive industry experience and internship exposure with demonstrable work history and references.
- Hands-on manufacturing floor experience with technical skills in production processes, design, tooling, and programming.
- Ability to deliver presentations, engage in teamwork, and communicate effectively with a proven track record of continuous improvement.
Benefits & Perks
- Excellent Health Insurance with Prescription, Vision & Dental + ZERO Deductible.
- Super-low monthly contributions.
- Paid vacation in your 1st year.
- 5% 401k match.
- Company bonus (discretionary).
- Company-related tuition reimbursement.
- Opportunity for performance-based personal & financial growth.
- Short-term disability.
- Optional life insurance.
- Retiree medical account.
Required Skills
Feasibility Studies
Process Troubleshooting
Root Cause Analysis
Data Analysis
Project Management
CNC Programming
Tool Testing and Improvement
PLC Programming
Presentation and Visual Delivery
Equipment Procurement
Production Control Charts
Time Study
PFMEA Maintenance
Machine Design Improvement
Supplier Development
Machine Safety Enhancement