Lead Manufacturing Engineer
Company: Page Mechanical
Location: Poway
Posted on: March 17, 2023
Job Description:
Position Summary:
Under the direction of Production Manager, works to improve
operational efficiency for production of existing designs, improve
production process capability, manufacturability, and release new
designs to high-yield production. Works directly with manufacturing
operators to define, evaluate, and improve manufacturing
bottlenecks and inefficiencies. Evaluates and manages various
activities associated with production and sustainment engineering
of BMS products including RF and Microwave products. Uses ERP and
other tools effectively. Researches automation techniques, tests
new products, and plans factory layouts to optimize production.
Mentors production teammates and nurtures less experienced
colleagues. Acts as the main communications bridge between the
Production Department and Engineering Department.
Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities:
- Lead production activities and leverage ERP tools to meet
performance, costs, delivery schedules, and manufacturability
goals.
- Lead the testing and evaluation of products including wireless
RF and microwave transmitters and receivers.
- Lead manufacturing process improvements including LEAN
manufacturing methodologies and practices. Drive 5S implementation
and monitor adherence.
- Review schedules and production requirements and assist
management to make decisions on priorities; also calculate labor,
material and other production costs.
- Create mechanical 3D models and 2D detail drawings using latest
release of SolidWorks, CadKey and Visio.
- Generate assembly drawings from detailed parts, sketches and
verbal instruction.
- Develop and maintain bill of materials (BOM's).
- Support and incorporate Engineering Change Orders
(ECO's).
- Lead manufacturing floor and machine shop as required.
- Analyze and plan workflow, equipment placement and space
requirements to improve manufacturing efficiency and develop
manufacturing floor layouts.
- Evaluate quality control processes and make recommendations for
quality improvement.
- Ensure that manufacturing processes are in full compliance with
ISO and other Production Standards as well as government laws and
OSHA regulations.
- Coordinate equipment Maintenance, Repair and Calibration
services, ensure manufacturer's procedures and instructions are
followed in order to keep production equipment
operational.
- Assist in other job duties as required.
Supervisory Responsibility:
Will lead, mentor, train, and motivate engineers, technicians and
other production teammates.
Qualifications:
- Education/Training: Minimum Bachelor of Science related to a
Manufacturing Discipline or Electronic/Radio Frequency Microwave
Engineering, or similar degree.
- Experience: Minimum 2 to 5 years manufacturing engineer and
lead manufacturing experience. Bench testing and assembling
experience. LEAN Six Sigma experience preferred.
- Skills/Technical Requirements: Ability to prioritize
manufacturing activities and lead the production team. Ability to
solve production challenges. Ability to lead the team and focus the
staff on critical actions to meet production schedules and customer
commitments. Ability to follow existing guidelines and processes
and implement improvements or new guidelines as needed. Knowledge
of wireless RF and microwave technologies and products. Knowledge
of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Engineering
Practices (GEP). Familiarity with aluminum, steel, stainless steel,
sheet metal, machining, gears and thermal concerns. Practical
familiarity with SolidWorks. Practical experience with
documentation of products and procedures. Strong analysis and
problem-solving skills. Excellent ability to communicate verbally
and in writing. Mentor and support teammates. Ability to work
independently on manufacturing projects as well as interface with
other production team members. Cross-functional collaboration with
Engineering, Customers, and other departments.
Job Location:
This role involves performing manufacturing tasks as well as
leading on-site operations on the production floor and office work
at Poway, CA headquarters. Role requires extensive in-person
collaboration with production staff and other teammates as well as
shared physical hardware tools and instruments. Occasional remote
work may be possible as needed for personal reasons.
Job Conditions/Physical Demands:
Works in Manufacturing/Lab environment with constant or
intermittent noise. Walking, sitting, standing, and bending.
Ability to use a keyboard. Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
Protective Devices Required:
In required areas.
Keywords: Page Mechanical, Poway , Lead Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering , Poway, California
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