Manufacturing Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction
Company: Dematic Corporation Location: MI - Grand Rapids Req ID: 46466 Position Title: Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction Experience Level: Mid Level Education Required: Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience Travel Required: Yes Company Description: Dematic is a global engineering company that provides a comprehensive range of intelligent warehouse logistics and materials handling solutions. With a knowledge network of more than 4000 skilled logistics professionals, located in 20 countries, Dematic is able to provide customers with a global perspective in materials handling solution design. Our commitment to research and development combined with manufacturing plants in the US, Europe, China and Australia ensures Dematic has the range and capability to provide reliable, flexible, cost effective solutions globally. Our successful track record has led to the development and implementation of more than 5000 integrated systems for a customer base that includes small, medium and large companies doing business in a variety of market sectors. Dematic generates a global business volume of around $1.2B. For more Dematic information, visit www.dematic.us . Dematic is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. Job Description: Dematic has an immediate need at our Grand Rapids, MI headquarters for a Manufacturing Engineer- New Product Introduction. The primary goal for this position will be to work with development to introduce new products to the manufacturing floor. This individual will coordinate purchasing, quality, manufacturing and development during the design process through first build. Primary Responsibilities: Ensure that all proper tooling, fixtures and documentation are completed to build and test a quality product in a production environment. Evaluate new product design and layout plan for items that will be made in-house. Create and maintain action item list for all supply chain departments during new product introduction process. Mechanical background with experience in a manufacturing environment. Support introduction of new products through DFMEA and PFMEA reviews. Lead new product implementation effort by defining processes, fixture development and documentation. Requirements: Demonstrated advanced knowledge, understanding, practical experience of Lean Principles and tools with Six Sigma/ Black Belt certification preferred. Practical understanding of sheet metal fabrication, cutting, forming, welding, powder coat finishing, assembly, and packaging techniques. Strong problem solving, critical thinking decision making ability. Excellent interpersonal, written verbal communication skills and organization skills. BS in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline with 5 to 7 years of directly relevant experience. Desired Skills and Knowledge: Ability to communicate across the organization at all levels, from shop floor to leadership level. Strong facilitator and ability to teach, coach, and manage cross functional teams. Knowledge and experience of MRP System (SAP), MS Office Suite software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Project). Understanding of design drafting, fixtures, jigs, AutoCad experience. Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA) Process Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (PFMEA). Knowledge and use of GDT.