Candidates MUST BE local and able to commute to position - relocation will not be provided.
Our client is seeking a go-getter Manufacturing Engineer - this person will be the go-to "person" for all designing, developing, and optimizing manufacturing processes and systems at the manufacturing facility to ensure efficient production, product quality, and cost-effectiveness.
The Manufacturing Engineer plays a vital role in the production of high-quality plastic products.
This role requires a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and quality control principles, along with the ability to collaborate across various departments to achieve production goals and drive continuous improvement.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize work and adhere to strict deadlines.
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
- Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Education and Experience:
- Associate's degree required.
- A bachelor's degree in engineering, plastics engineering, or a related field is preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of engineering or manufacturing experience, preferably with a background in manufacturing plastic products.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Strong knowledge of plastics manufacturing processes, including injection molding, extrusion, and related technologies.
- Proficiency in CAD software for tooling and fixture design.
- Familiarity with quality control methodologies and relevant standards (ISO, ASTM, etc.).
- Project Management experience is a plus.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described are representative of those that an employee must successfully perform. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Employees are regularly required to stand, walk, use their hands to touch, handle, and feel objects, and use tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, and twist. Push and Pull carts and pallet jacks, loaded or empty.
- Employees must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Charles Industries weight rule: 35 lbs. and under can be lifted alone. 35 - 50 lbs. can be lifted by one person if they feel comfortable doing so. 50 lbs. or more requires the employee to get assistance or use a lifting device. (i.e. pallet jack, forklift, scissor table, buddy system).
- Vision abilities required are close, peripheral, and depth. Must have the ability to recognize color.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions.
- Employees regularly work near moving, vibrating, mechanical equipment, occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Exposed to minimal risk of electrical shock.
- The noise level is moderate.
