Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Production Engineering Specialist position is responsible for the high-volume assembly and weld of precision stamped parts.
- Utilize engineering practices, and principles to optimize process parameters including, cycle time reduction, line balancing, Poka-Yoke, welding optimization, and other tools of lean manufacturing.
- Observe internal Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to identify, and initiate opportunities for process improvement.
- Creation/set-up of new & existing equipment, spare parts, and engineering documentation.
- New equipment projects as directed by Engineering Specialist(s).
- Responsible for preparation of cost reduction proposals on production, and maintenance consumables, spare parts.
- Supporting of New Model launches, and Engineering Changes (ECI) as required.
- Project management, and ability to prioritize tasks will be essential in this fast-paced automotive environment.
- Creation of detailed drawings, and documents for various installations using AutoCAD/Fusion 360, SolidWorks.
- Direct and support Production Engineering Students as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- (4yr) Engineering Degree or (3yr) Engineering Technologist Diploma in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Welding (co-op preferred).
- Experience with automated welding is an asset.
- Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office applications, AutoCAD/ Fusion 360 and SolidWorks.
- Familiarity with PLC logic, and automation control in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- Strong capability to perform root cause analysis on complex problems.
- Able to coordinate, and lead a project from concept to completion.
- Sound judgment in decision making, and establishing priorities.
- Proactive, and self-motivated with strong initiative to make improvements in systems, and procedures.
- Excellent communication, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to support overtime as required.
BENEFITS
- Employees pay one LOW cost for Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Coverage starts 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
- NO 90-DAY WAIT FOR BENEFITS
- Futaba pays 90% of the cost!!!
- $500 Bonus - after 90 days of employment
- Paid Plant shutdown twice a year (July and December)
- 9 Paid Holidays
- 6 Days Paid Sick Time
- Two weeks' vacation after one year of employment
- 401K with company match
- The company pays for Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
Job Type: Full-time