Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Camp Hill, PA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00
Degree: Bachelor of Science;
Date: 8/15/2011
Job ID: 01730995
Job Description
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer applies approved engineering policies and practices in a manufacturing environment to improve operating performance and reduce waste, delays and costs. Provides for ongoing review and effective utilization of production methods, equipment layout, material handling, personnel, equipment and material.
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Major Responsibilities

  • Designs and manufactures new processes and process changes within the facility by analyzing workflow, assembly methods and work force utilization in conjunction with Lean Manufacturing techniques
  • Works with Procurement, Sales & Marketing, and Research & Development in new product introductions to the facility to maximize process efficiencies and searches for cost savings/cost reduction opportunities
  • Recommends and implements improvements and/or modifications in sequence of operations, equipment utilization, and related matters
  • Identifies new suppliers, processes, and products to assist in the development of new products and striking tools
  • Work with Purchasing and all manufacturing functions to optimize quality, delivery, cost, safety, manufacturing engineering knowledge and information
  • Lead internal and external teams to perform a task
  • Write Capital Expenditure Requests
  • Communicates actively with suppliers for striking tools
  • Assists with the development of blended sourcing strategies
  • Works with Suppliers to get purchased product to meet all company standards
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Ames True Temper Competencies

  • Accountability- Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions
  • Building Collaborative Relationships- Ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with customers inside or outside the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support
  • Communication & Presentation Skills- Ability to communicate, both orally and written,  and present information effectively
  • Customer-focused- Ability and desire to demonstrate concern for satisfying internal and/or external customers
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Additional Senior Manufacturing Engineer Competencies

  • Strong PC skills including the Microsoft Office Suite; primarily Excel and Word
  • Knowledge of Oracle and Chess is helpful
  • Knowledge of product costing systems used in manufacturing environments
  • Knowledge of machine design, products and processed used to manufacture products
  • Knowledgeable in Industrial Engineering techniques plus Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic And Pneumatic Components
  • Possess a vast working  knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques
  • Ability to tackle a problem by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach
  • Ability to perform Make/Buy analysis to determine manufacturing strategy
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to delegate responsibility and to work with others while coaching them to develop their capabilities
  • Ability to adapt to change in the workplace
  • Ability to properly maintain confidential or sensitive information
  • Ability to identify the information needed to clarify a situation, seek that information from appropriate sources, and use skillful questioning to draw out the information
  • Ability to demonstrate interest, skill, and success in getting groups to learn to work together
  • Ability to take responsibility for your own or the performance of those reporting to you by setting clear goals and expectations, tracking progress against the goals, ensuring feedback, and addressing performance problems and issues promptly
  • Ability to convey confidence in associates’ ability to be successful, especially at challenging new tasks; delegating significant responsibility and authority; allowing associates freedom to decide how they will accomplish their goals and tasks
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Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Qualifications
 

Education Requirements

  •  Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or related field is preferred 
 
Relevant Work Experience

  • 5-10 years experience in manufacturing environment and supervision
Certificates/Licensure

  •  N/A
 
Travel Requirements

  • Primarily limited to local travel
  • Able to travel to local and international locations

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