Manufacturing Engineer Job at Lenco Armored Vehicles, Pittsfield, MA

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  • Lenco Armored Vehicles
  • Pittsfield, MA

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY: The Manufacturing Engineer will focus on our fabrication processes, including, but not limited to, CAM/Plasma CNC table, forming, welding, and grinding. The foundation of this role will be developing, implementing, and maintaining optimal, cost-effective processes and documentation, as well as process improvement, process documentation, quality initiatives, and technology acquisition.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Develop, evaluate, 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

  • Lead process improvement and cost reduction initiatives
  • Evaluate equipment and tools for efficiency improvements, monitor OEE
  • Design and implement new tooling
  • Work with vendors to determine tool/technology specifications and arrange for the purchase of equipment, materials, or parts and evaluate products according to specifications and quality standards
  • Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions
  • Assist in quality improvement by documenting problems, determining root causes, and implementing preventative measures
  • Create and update Standard Work Instructions (SWIs) for documentation of assembly and repair procedures
  • Carry out process improvement, problem resolution, and project management in an effective and timely manner
  • Create and conduct process training for new and current employees

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Assist with SolidWorks Models/drawings and Bill of Materials
  • Understand and comply with safety and environmental policies
  • Maintain confidentiality and observe data protection and associated guidelines where appropriate
  • Adhere to company policies
  • Other duties as assigned

INTERACTION WITH:

  • Most departments, including but not limited to, Design Engineering, Production, Facilities and Quality
  • Equipment vendors

EXPERIENCE:

  • Strong CNC Plasma, welding, metal forming, and assembly experience
  • Capital equipment selection and justification
  • Visual Management, Day by Hour charts, kaizen, setting up Kanban replenishment and Cell/Value Stream layout

EXPERIENCE (cont’d):

  • Overhead cranes and forklifts
  • Work as a team with Engineering, Operations, Sales & Marketing and Finance
  • SolidWorks and CAD software skills and experience a plus
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Fixture, work holding, tool, and gauge design and manufacture
  • DFMEA experience.
  • Two (2) years of Manufacturing Engineering required
  • Four (4) years of relevant experience preferred

EDUCATION:

  • College education or Trade school required
  • Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology or Industrial Engineering preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Positive Attitude
  • Excellent listening skills
  • Ability to follow directions
  • Ability to maintain focus
  • Meet deadlines
  • Math skills required (add, subtract, divide, and multiply)
  • Reading abilities required
  • Ability to write
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Follow safety and materials policies and procedures
  • Attention to detail
  • Work as a member of a team and as an individual

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Must be able to pass physical exam
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
  • Ability to exert maximum force to pull and carry objects
  • Extended periods of sitting, standing, bending, squatting and kneeling
  • Must be able to climb into, onto, and under the vehicle
  • Vision a minimum of 20/40 with or without corrective lenses
  • Good hearing

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

Lenco Industries supports and complies with all Federal and State Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) requirements. All employees are required to comply with and participate in all Lenco Industries’ SHE programs. Safety is everyone’s responsibility. Working safely is a precondition of employment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Heated and well-ventilated factory with bright lighting and epoxied floors

Work shirts provided

Team Environment with periodic company luncheons and celebratory functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

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