MORGAN OLSON LLC

Morgan Olson is the leading walk-in van body manufacturer in North America producing over 7,500 vehicles annually. Morgan Olson’s portfolio of customers serves a multitude of industries and delivery applications. The primary industry served by these iconic Morgan Olson Walk-in vans is parcel package pick up & delivery because most everything ordered on-line is delivered by a Morgan Olson Walk-In Stepvan. Other key industries served include Textile Rental and Laundry services, baking and snack foods, newspaper delivery, service & utility vehicles, and the ever-growing mobile cuisine food trucks!
Morgan Olson’s leadership stands committed and focused. Reinvesting tens of millions of dollars back into Morgan Olson’s production facilities with state-of-the-art equipment and advanced automation technologies, producing the safest and most efficient “last mile” home delivery work trucks on the market today.
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship for employment eligibility.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Plans, directs, analyzes, and coordinates manufacturing processes for continuous improvement in conjunction with Morgan Olson’s Strategic Plan.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering or Technology field with 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• 3D CAD experience (SolidWorks preferred)
• Automotive/Truck industry or related experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to utilize at least one root cause analysis method (8D, 5Y, A3)
• Knowledgeable of Lean Manufacturing Concepts and Statistical Analysis and reporting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic PC skills

• Develops, evaluates, and improve manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
• Analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirement, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency using the company’s PPS system utilizing Lean Manufacturing processes.
• Works with Engineering and programming on material requirements and sheet utilization for maximum sheet utilization through nesting programs.
• Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient Lean production methods.
• Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• Drives defects to root cause, implements countermeasure, and reports Customer concern response.
• Pilot reviewed product changes and coordination.
• Utilizes statistical data to establish base-line metrics, opportunity justification, project prioritization, and gauging / reporting improvement.
• Responsibilities may also include maintaining records and request to purchase equipment and tools.
• Supports and participates in Morgan Olson’s PPS team efforts.
• Adheres to Quality policy by exceeding customer expectations, being customer-focused and supporting continuous improvement activities.
• Adheres to Safety policies and practices behavioral based safety 100% of the time.
• Other duties as assigned.