Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

Lead Manufacturing Engineer Walor North America is looking for a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to join its Technical Services team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining manufacturing processes and products in a cost-effective manner that meets or exceeds customer requirements. This individual leads and coordinates process improvements for existing products and internal functions that are developed to enhance quality and efficiency of processes.

What you will do

• Lead a small team of Manufacturing Engineers, by understanding each engineers strengths and weaknesses, creating development plans and setting priorities with support of direct manager, mentor/train where needed
• Under minimal supervision analyze engineering design documents and/or prototypes and make recommendations concerning required methods, processes, tools, jigs, fixtures etc., which are required to manufacture a product.
• May be required to route, schedule and follow up on special orders
• Adherence to federal, state and local laws and regulations, internal policies and other applicable rules including IATF 16949, ISO 14001, NADCAP, AS9100, ITAR and OHSAS 18001 requirements
• Fulfilling thoroughly all tasks within the scope of defined qualifications and responsibilities
• Represent the company in professional and respectful manner
• Maintaining confidentiality of proprietary information
• Adherence to 5S principles
• CNC Programming and Troubleshooting – G and M codes, ability to write Macros for Mazak, Okuma, SAMAG, EMag, Profiroll, OSG Excello -Spline rolling
• Assist the Product Development Team on design changes
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions for processes
• Monitor efficiency losses due to process issues and drive optimization using Structured Problem Solving
• Support the plant’s 5S and lean manufacturing goals and support plant safety initiatives
• Support the timely implementation of process changes related to capital improvement projects
• Set expectations of product performance and characteristics
• Provide engineering support for the startup of new equipment and processes
• Troubleshoot when manual or automated processes are not performing to expectations
• Develop training documents for operator training
• Define machine setup, changeover standards and setup scripts
• Leads or participates in continuous improvement projects and activities
• Perform cost and manufacturability analysis with the aim to reduce costs, improve quality and increase efficiency by improving manufacturing processes and methods
• Analyse production data to find process issues and drive improvements with proper Structured Problem Solving using 8D, 5Y, A3 or other associated problem solving methods as prescribed by the customer
• Analyse scrap data provided by the floor and take action on regular basis to reduce scrap
• Use proper problem-solving tools to improve cost
• Report monthly analysis on scrap and process improvements projects
• Coordinate with tooling vendors, design tooling and attachments required for specific applications to improve tool costs
• Investigate design proposals for improving new or existing equipment performance to obtain data for development, standardization, and quality control
• Support off shifts remotely as applicable
• Lead APQP efforts with new product development team and current production programs as assigned
• Train workforce, lead technicians and supervisors
• Development of new production processes
• Development of Q-plans together with corresponding team
• Development of work and set-up rules
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering/industrial engineering or equivalent field or 5+ years of relevant CNC Machining experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams and Power Point (Microsoft Office Apps)
• GD&T standards preferred
• Experience with CAD/CAM recommended
• CNC knowledge (ISO programming required)
• SPS basic knowledge
• Knowledge of Lean Concepts
• SAP/PLEX knowledge preferred

What is in it for you?

You will have the opportunity to an influential member of the WNA team that puts quality and innovation at the heart of everything we do.

Benefits Overview

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays and parental leave
• Healthcare, dental, vision and life insurance plans
• 401k savings plan with company matching to help you save for retirement
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual reimbursements for designated personal protective equipment
• Monthly gym membership reimbursement
• Location-The Lead Manufacturing Engineer role is based onsite at our Columbus facility
• Physical Demand-May be required to lift moderately heavy automotive components up to 15 pounds
• Schedule-Monday thru Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:15 PM, some overtime or weekends may be necessary

Equal Opportunity Employer

Walor North America strives to be a workplace that is free of discrimination and places fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging in the highest regard. We believe that a diverse workforce forms an environment in which our employees can develop themselves but also develop better products for our customers. Diversity in the workplace allows our employees to embrace new experiences through professional, personal, educational or volunteer opportunities. We here at Walor North America are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Application Invitation

We invite all interested candidates to review the responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that align with your skills, capabilities and career path.

Visa Sponsorship: Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.