DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design and develop new products to bring to market
- Create 3D model content
- Produce and maintain production drawings
- Assist with creation of operations manuals
- Set up part numbers, bill of material and shop floor routers as required
- Implement and review procedures and equipment involved in the manufacturing process
- Analyze current production procedures and standards to identify inefficiencies
- Provide management with data and statistics to enable management to understand future requirements needed for the manufacturing process
- Analyze and plan workflow, equipment placement and space requirements to improve manufacturing efficiency
- Evaluate quality control processes and make recommendations for improvements in quality control
- Revise procedures by analyzing operating practices and implementing changes as required
- Meet or exceed department productivity goals as set by management
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge required to perform all job functions
- Maintain safe and clean work environment
- Maintain compliance with established policies and procedures by educating and directing employees on the use of equipment and resources
- Communicate with other employees and departments about work related processes
- Update information in Global Shop as necessary
- Perform additional related duties as required
JOB REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS
- Manage processes and process improvements
- Plan production including prioritizing jobs and manpower to complete jobs on schedule
- Ability to identify areas of process improvement
- Ability to communicate job expectations, monitor and appraise results
- Ability to effectively coach and counsel employees on performance and behavioral issues
- Proficient on Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe Reader
- Ability to interview candidates and hire based on the values and skills the company requires.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Mechanical Engineering or Design degree (AS/BS) preferred
- Previous experience in a Product Design role a plus
- Previous supervisor experience a plus
- Experience prioritizing workload and staff assignments
- Solidworks/AutoCAD experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. occasionally
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment
- Constant standing and walking
- Frequent bending and stooping
- Clean work environment
- Safety training and other required PPE provided
- Must submit to pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
- Ability to lead others for successful performance of their positions
- Make decisions based on experience and available data
- Require minimal supervision to complete work and meet deadlines
- Strives to meet or exceed job requirements
- Ability to work well with others
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person