Manufacturing Engineer II at RECARO Aircraft Seating Americas LLC

Fort Worth, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Root Cause Analysis, 3D Clash Analysis, Metrology, GD&T, Rapid Prototyping, 3D Printing, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, PLM Software, Process Improvement, AS9100, ISO9001, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, A3 Problem Solving, Microsoft Office

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

Description Position Summary: Working in a fast-paced team environment, the ME will work cross-functionally across the organization including Quality, Program Management, Logistics, Production Control, Industrial Engineer, and Manufacturing. This position is responsible for executing change using process improvement methodologies, assisting in implementing the organization’s Lean strategy, executing project initiatives and mentoring newer engineers. Develops, evaluates, improves and implement manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned: Acts as a First Responder for the production department to trouble shoot and resolve technical problems. Identifies, communicates and resolves issues in the manufacturing process. Troubleshoot any technical design difficulties w/ operator, which may arise during the manufacture of product and take appropriate action to prevent future occurrences of the problems. Develops and improves processes and tooling to decrease ergonomic issues, increase production efficiency, and increase quality output Develop and maintain specialty tools to support production flow. Interfaces with quality, engineering, and production to integrate new products or processes into the existing production area. Confers with industrial engineering, program manager and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods. Interfaces with industrial engineer and production to develop shop floor documentation and standard work instructions. Effectively utilize Lean, Six Sigma, other CI methodologies and support activities for Value Stream Maps (current and future) according to the Lean Operations Roadmap. Assist and support current 5S program. Lead, participate and support Kaizen Events and A3’s. Lead cross departmental projects for process improvements Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes as well as tooling and suggest fixtures. Develop and maintain the requirements of new tools and fixtures orders for final assembly. Evaluates manufacturing methods by conducting research on programs, applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, and assembly process and soliciting observations from operators. Assists in developing manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with vendors. Creates an atmosphere for development of new concepts, ideas and methods to support continuous improvement in the department. Requirements Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree required; preferably in Operations, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical engineering or Industrial Engineering 5 or more years of work related experience preferably in aircraft or a combination of education and experience. Technical & Personal Skills Advanced Root cause analysis capability using 3D clash analysis and advanced metrology equipment. Able to create and review engineering drawings, models and assemblies for manufacturability Knowledge of Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing processes. Knowledge of manufacturing processes, concepts and procedures. Knowledge of Aerospace materials such as metals and plastics. Knowledge of Aerospace requirements such as ISO9001 and AS9100 Experienced in GD&T Experienced in various forms of rapid prototyping including 3D printing Experienced in creating and implementing process control as related to production fixtures Ability to independently plan and prioritize tasks Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Must have good interpersonal and organizational skills. Must be able to work a flexible schedule Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus Computer Skills: Intermediate to proficient in Microsoft Office products. Five years experience of PLM software Certificates and Licenses: None required.

Responsibilities

The Manufacturing Engineer II is responsible for executing process improvements and implementing Lean strategies to increase production efficiency and quality. They act as a first responder to resolve technical production issues and develop specialty tooling and standard work instructions.