Manufacturing Engineer - TAD PGS, Inc

• Develop a very thorough understanding of the manufacturing process
• Create and update procedures and work instructions while taking into consideration operator feedback, equipment, process data, and customer requirements
• Lead and support process improvement and cost reduction projects
• Oversee all new and existing reworks that are required to support fan case manufacturing
• Monitor and update the SPC database for current production parts
• Work with the data team to develop efficient and useful reporting tools
• Summarize, prepare, and deliver technical presentations to engineering and management
• Identify opportunities for process improvement while coordinating and implementing automated solutions
• Evaluate and improve manufacturing methods utilizing knowledge of part manufacturing processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality standards
• Generate manufacturing data reports to support immediate feedback to the operators and generation of Quality documentation
• Monitor production to detect and prevent process drifts
• Analyze manufacturing data to assess capability and determine opportunities for process improvements
• Identify opportunities for automation and support the development of automated processes
• Work closely with the Quality department to efficiently communicate nonconforming production data
• Support the implementation of Lean principles: workstation design, parts flow
• Create visual management standards to communicate performance
• Interact with our French counterparts to report on process improvement or development activities

• Bachelor's degree in Materials, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering, or other relevant technical degree
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant engineering experience required
• Ability to travel within the US and internationally (not to exceed 10%)

• Strong understanding of composite and adhesive cure cycles is preferred
• Knowledge of composite manufacturing processes and tooling is preferred
• Majority of time will be spent on the production floor working with equipment, processes, and manufacturing personnel
• Self-starter with the ability to deal with ambiguity and work independently with limited direction
• Requires strict attention to detail and strong project management skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with automation of manufacturing processes is preferred
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to quickly develop an understanding of the current master data environment (including systems, policies, processes, and procedures)
• Understanding of LEAN manufacturing concepts and/or 6 Sigma techniques preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of and compliance with AS9100C or ISO9001 standards preferred
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds, approximately 10% of a standard workday

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance