Manufacturing Engineer
Reports to:
Plant Manager
Position Summary:
The Manufacturing Engineer is primarily responsible for evaluating and developing solutions for a wide variety of complex issues relating to the production environment of offsite construction. This individual is expected to collect fact-based information through direct observation, data collection, and active listening and then provide clear and timely recommendations for action.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Create and update BOMs and Routings in Global Shop and REVIT
- Create, update, and assist with the implementation of production processes
- Update time standards and perform time studies
- Work with vendors and suppliers of manufacturing equipment on design and implementation
- Identify and eliminate waste in the production process through LEAN methodology
- Create and improve production line layouts
- Support Operations and Architectural & Engineering Departments with daily issues
- Help with educating the Production team regarding drawing details and provide feedback to Architectural & Engineering on documentation improvements
- Act as the conduit for a free flow of information between Architectural & Engineering and Production
- Lead design feedback meetings for continual improvement of product and process
- Perform other duties as assigned
Note: The Manufacturing Engineer is expected to lead these critical tasks; many will be through direct involvement, others will be through delegation. Early on, this individual will be expected to perform these tasks directly, but as we grow, more work will be required to be completed through delegation. A strong working knowledge of these tasks will be required to do this effectively.
Candidate Profile:
- Strong understanding of wood construction. A background in offsite construction (modular or RV) preferred
- Experience with off-site construction; modular, penalizations, RV, fenestration will be an advantage
- The ability to read and interpret architectural and mechanical drawings, specifications and code is required
- REVIT and ERP experience preferred, but not required
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a “role up your sleeves” attitude, willing to help wherever needed
- Quality focused with a strong sense of ownership, personal pride in the performance of self and team and its impact on the organization’s success
- Critical thinker with the ability to solve problems quickly and correctly, sometimes with incomplete information
- Self-starter with good time management skills and the ability to prioritize and execute multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all levels of an organization
Requirements:
- BS in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering or similar or AAS degree and 2 years of experience in lieu of education
- 5 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment
We are a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace and offer benefits on day one of employment. We offer competitive wages and opportunities for advancement with a growing company.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Headwaters is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all.
Health Benefits:
From your first day, full-time employees will be eligible for Company Health & Welfare benefits - including medical, dental and vision insurance. A full description of the Company benefits, whether paid by the Company and/or employee will be available during the interview process.
Medical Provider:
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Dental Provider: Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Basic Life Insurance
- AD&D
- 401k Match Provider: Principle
Why work at AVA?
- 4-day work week (Monday through Thursday)
- First-shift only
- Temperature-controlled environment between 68-70F
- Same location every day
- Paid holidays
- New, high-tech building
- Advancement opportunities (Grow with us!)
- We are a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace