Manufacturing Engineer I (Middleton) at ThyssenKrupp Elevator Corporation in Middleton, Tennessee

Job Description:

What we expect

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TK Elevator is currently seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer I in Middleton, TN.

This role will research, design and develop optimal, cost-effective processes and methods in accordance with specifications and quality standards using LEAN principles.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Research, design and develop optimal, cost-effective processes and methods in accordance with specifications and quality standards using LEAN principles


• Support SQDC and participate in Rapid Improvement Events


• Prepare facility layouts as needed


• Provide technical support/solutions to manufacturing processes


• Conduct time studies of production to develop standard work for production cells and to create and maintain SOPs


• Process Engineering Change Orders (ECO's) for new and improved products


• Manage moderate to large capital projects including writing capital requests and installation of new equipment


• Monitor quality discrepancies, identify trends and investigate quality problems and implement corrective actions


• Develop and maintain SOP's and Standard Work for assigned operations


• Interfaces with Product Engineering, Logistics, Operations and vendor


• Performs work that varies in difficulty while applying fundamental concepts, practices and procedures under supervision with limited responsibility


• Order tooling and fixtures needed in assigned department


• Resolve quality issues including field complaints, warranty issues and defective parts


• Work with Procurement to conduct make/buy analysis for all new parts


• Prepare cost estimates for Accounting


• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned

Who we are looking for

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field is required.


• Knowledge of fabrication and machining required.


• Demonstrated effective decision-making skills are required


• Demonstrated ability to work well with others required.


• Must possess strong effective verbal and written communication skills.


• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required


• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and SolidWorks preferred.


• Demonstrated knowledge of high mix/volume manufacturing methods, procedures and cost-reduction techniques using Lean manufacturing tools: including 6S, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, Pull Systems, Cellular Manufacturing and Kaizen events.

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