Manufacturing Engineer II - ADVICS

The Company:

ADVICS Manufacturing Ohio, Inc. is a leading OEM automotive supplier located in Lebanon, Ohio (just North of Kings Island). We manufacture the highest quality and most competitive disc brake components. By utilizing the Just-In-Time production model we are able to identify and solve problems efficiently at virtually every step of the manufacturing process. ADVICS meets challenges before they arise allowing us to produce "world class" quality calipers, antilock braking systems and electric parking brake.





The Role:

A Manufacturing Engineer, under general supervision, is responsible for the introduction of new products or improvement processes into manufacturing. The Manufacturing Engineer II is responsible for planning, implementing, and improving the manufacturing process and equipment on assigned projects within cost requirements.





Core Responsibilities:


* Coordinate the introduction of new product/processes, tooling, fixtures, gages and changes from the design concept to production.
* Includes creation and improvement of processes, and procedures such as: Manufacturing Engineering Change Notice (MECN), Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (PFMEA), Cost Estimate Requests (CER), Manufacturing Instructions (MI) and Capital Requests.
* Develop manufacturing cost estimates and supporting data for new or improvements to existing processes. This includes establishing operation sequences, estimating standard labor hours, packaging and other supplies required to manufacture the product.
* Train team members on new or improved processes as needed.
* Ensure the safety (including ergonomics) of the equipment/processes to prevent injury or illness; such as start-up safety walk through prior to mass production.
* Serves as a liaison between Design Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Maintenance departments, etc., as well as outside suppliers and customers.
* Demonstrate the ability to schedule, evaluate and justify budget within the scope of assigned projects.
* Participates in improvement activities (QRC or Kaizen) as well as value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE) efforts.
* Stay up to date on new technology within the Engineering field to provide improvement of new or existing products or processes.
* Possess proficient working knowledge of SPC and MSA
* Provide ongoing trouble shooting support as required to improve or maintain production methods, equipment performance, and quality of the product.
* Problem solve production issues with manufacturing, maintenance or quality in assigned area.
* Evaluate and approve drawings, MI's, specs and other documents
* Work with engineering management to obtain guidance on projects, programs, and priorities.
* Work with all levels of ADVICS Manufacturing Ohio, Inc. team members and outside personnel to perform the duties and responsibilities outlined.



Qualifications:


* Computer aided design (CAD) proficiency; AutoCad preferred.
* Working knowledge of PLC & CNC programming.
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering from a four-year college or university; 5-year experience in a manufacturing engineering a must.
* Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
* Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
* Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures.
* Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, and vendors, including status of projects.
* Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
* Must be able to function in a team environment by working with, and cooperating with others.



Benefits:


* We offer competitive pay, relocation incentive and excellent benefits including:
* Medical, Dental, Vision insurance.
* Company paid Life & Disability insurance.
* Tuition reimbursement.
* A 401k plan with generous company match and immediate vesting.
* Profit Sharing and Gainsharing Programs.
* Immediate holiday pay. We celebrate 13 holidays annually.
* Paid Time Off





ADVICS Manufacturing Ohio Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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