Manufacturing Engineer III

at  Vehicle Service Group

Warn Automotive, part of Vehicle Service Group is a world leader in driveline disconnect technology. Our heritage comes from making WWII surplus Jeeps easier to drive on the road with the first unlocking hubs. We continue today by making disconnects for cars, trucks, and SUVs around the world. These trusted technologies come from years of innovation and listening to our customer’s needs. We have a bright future ahead so come join our growing team at Warn Automotive.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Working with moderate supervision, this position selects and applies standard engineering principles and procedures in the design and development of new processes and tools with the focus of sustaining engineering. The role includes working across functions and supporting corporate initiatives aligned to strategy. Most of the work will be project based and focus on productivity, quality, safety, simplification, and lean initiatives that drive margin, customer satisfaction, and the quality of the workplace. Work will vary and include projects that range from capital equipment selection/purchase/installation/startup, to leading problem-solving teams on a wide variety of cost/quality issues including customer-facing communications. All focused on supporting a rapidly changing organization through simplifying processes and applying principles of continuous improvement and lean.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline required.
• Four-plus years of hands-on engineering in a metal-working manufacturing environment is required.
• Three or more years’ experience in a high volume, automotive (IATF) manufacturing environment is preferred.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated practice of manufacturing engineering, continuous improvement, and 5s principles.
• Demonstrated experience in machining, CNC controls, heat treat metallurgy, gauging/measurement
• Advanced or expert user of Microsoft tools: Word, Excel, Project, Planner, Outlook, Skype.
• Proven ability to effectively problem-solve, utilize statistical analysis, and interpret data for decision making.
• Strong command of project management tools and ability to utilize for successful project execution.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaboratively maintain effective working relationships. Including excellent interpersonal and communication skills required for interaction ranging from senior executives, direct employees, outside vendors to customers.
• Awareness and understanding of APQP, IATF, and automotive requirements that ensure quality product is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Lean/CI toolkit – value stream mapping, structured problem solving, demand pull, Kanban replenishment, takt time, kaizen team improvements, mistake-proofing, standard work combination template, current/target condition, kata coaching, etc.
• Must have history of impeccable integrity, ethics and fair play.
• Must be enthusiastic about adopting Warn Automotives’ Core Values: Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit, Winning Through Customer Focused Innovation, Respects and Values People, Expectations for Results, and High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust.

WORK CULTURE:

At Warn Automotive, we not only respect diversity, we actively seek it. We have a culture that promotes continuous improvement for our products and our people. We provide learning opportunities to help you take your skills to the next level. We value innovation, integrity and ownership in exceeding the high bar we set for ourselves in delivering for our customers.
The characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be required for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar positions and additional duties may be assigned.

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