Engineer, Small Assembly
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Location: Kohler, WI 53044
Description:
Engineer, Small Assembly
Work Mode: Onsite
Location: Mosel, WI
Opportunity
Under the directionof the Manager, Manufacturing Engineering, the Manufacturing Engineer will beresponsible for safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost reductions, productivity,and continuous improvement in their assigned areas. Primary responsibilitieswill include meeting performance goals, maintaining quality expectations, and improvingthe three M's (Mura or variation, Muda or waste, and Muri or overburden). Providementorship to manufacturing technicians and production staff. Design, developand implement manufacturing processes, systems, and equipment for new andexisting products. Work closely with design engineering on new, existing, and changingproducts to provide a smooth transition from design to production
Skills/Requirements
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
(1) As a manufacturing engineer, you will work on a team that is responsible for keeping production flowing, meeting performance goals, and maintaining Kohler's high-level of quality that consumers expect from our products.
(2) Analyze present manufacturing operations and implement improvements to methods, equipment and layouts that streamline operations, improve safety, quality, and reduce costs.
(3) Develop and implement cost savings projects and serve as a coach / mentor for structured problem solving (DMAIC, PDCA, 8D/PSP, 4Q, or A3).
(4) Interface and effectively participate in the design process with a DFA, DFM, DFX mindset.
(5) Coordinate new product introductions to production, and work closely with Design Engineering, Marketing and the production floor to ensure successful implementation.
(6) Establish and maintain shop floor routings for all products and engineering specials.
(7) Conducting feasibility studies to estimate product cost and analyze capital equipment, capacity and capability requirements.
(8) Responsible for planning, designing, documenting, improving and controlling the optimal processes used to manufacture our products.
(9) Evaluate and challenge designs for technical merit, working closely with the engineering and design teams to realize optimal outcomes.
(10) Work collaboratively with production, supervisors, production planning / scheduling, purchasing, design engineering, quality, materials and accounting to drive improvements throughout the facility.
(11) Responsible for capital improvement projects throughout their assigned areas; and serve as the project manager being able to direct the work of a multi-disciplined team.
(12) Maximizes efficiency / throughput by analyzing layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods and work force utilization.
(13) Lead continuous improvement projects by focusing on productivity improvements and cost reductions efforts to constantly improve the process and lower operating costs.
(14) Improve and optimize material flow and sequence of operations to assure full utilization of resources and equipment.
(15) Foster an environment that encourages creativity, risk taking, inclusive collaboration and timely execution.
(16) Supports technical investigation and resolution for failure analysis of discrepant components discovered during assembly and field returns.
(17) Conduct and maintain PFMEA's (Process, Failure, Mode, Effects, Analysis).
(18) Other duties as assigned.
RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS
Supervisory Relationships:
1. Reports to Manager, Manufacturing Engineering.
Organization Relationships:
Frequent contact with Design Engineering personnel to coordinate issue resolution and improvements.
Frequent contact with production supervisor, manager and production personnel.
Frequent contact with Maintenance department to maintain and improve existing machinery and equipment used in production processes.
Frequent contact with Quality to improve customer quality (internal / external).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field.
3-10 years relevant experience (Co-Op, Internship, or related experience to be considered).
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification and/or proven experience in developing and driving change through continuous improvement and/or quality systems.
Proven experience in influencing and implementing changes and improvements.
Exceptional mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills are required; which includes proficiency to logically troubleshoot at subsystem and system level.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to lead cross-functional teams.
Experience drawing accurate conclusions from test data, malfunctions, or deviations, and assisting with corrections to the existing design or process.
Ability to work on several projects of moderate scope and complexity at the same time.
Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction.
Physical stamina to stand, walk, lift and bend for extended periods of time; with expected work balance to be anticipated to be: 50% on floor & 50% in office.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
The salary range for this position is $76050 - $96050. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.
Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
About Us
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [redacted]. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Work Mode: Onsite
Location: Mosel, WI
Opportunity
Under the directionof the Manager, Manufacturing Engineering, the Manufacturing Engineer will beresponsible for safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost reductions, productivity,and continuous improvement in their assigned areas. Primary responsibilitieswill include meeting performance goals, maintaining quality expectations, and improvingthe three M's (Mura or variation, Muda or waste, and Muri or overburden). Providementorship to manufacturing technicians and production staff. Design, developand implement manufacturing processes, systems, and equipment for new andexisting products. Work closely with design engineering on new, existing, and changingproducts to provide a smooth transition from design to production
Skills/Requirements
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
(1) As a manufacturing engineer, you will work on a team that is responsible for keeping production flowing, meeting performance goals, and maintaining Kohler's high-level of quality that consumers expect from our products.
(2) Analyze present manufacturing operations and implement improvements to methods, equipment and layouts that streamline operations, improve safety, quality, and reduce costs.
(3) Develop and implement cost savings projects and serve as a coach / mentor for structured problem solving (DMAIC, PDCA, 8D/PSP, 4Q, or A3).
(4) Interface and effectively participate in the design process with a DFA, DFM, DFX mindset.
(5) Coordinate new product introductions to production, and work closely with Design Engineering, Marketing and the production floor to ensure successful implementation.
(6) Establish and maintain shop floor routings for all products and engineering specials.
(7) Conducting feasibility studies to estimate product cost and analyze capital equipment, capacity and capability requirements.
(8) Responsible for planning, designing, documenting, improving and controlling the optimal processes used to manufacture our products.
(9) Evaluate and challenge designs for technical merit, working closely with the engineering and design teams to realize optimal outcomes.
(10) Work collaboratively with production, supervisors, production planning / scheduling, purchasing, design engineering, quality, materials and accounting to drive improvements throughout the facility.
(11) Responsible for capital improvement projects throughout their assigned areas; and serve as the project manager being able to direct the work of a multi-disciplined team.
(12) Maximizes efficiency / throughput by analyzing layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods and work force utilization.
(13) Lead continuous improvement projects by focusing on productivity improvements and cost reductions efforts to constantly improve the process and lower operating costs.
(14) Improve and optimize material flow and sequence of operations to assure full utilization of resources and equipment.
(15) Foster an environment that encourages creativity, risk taking, inclusive collaboration and timely execution.
(16) Supports technical investigation and resolution for failure analysis of discrepant components discovered during assembly and field returns.
(17) Conduct and maintain PFMEA's (Process, Failure, Mode, Effects, Analysis).
(18) Other duties as assigned.
RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS
Supervisory Relationships:
1. Reports to Manager, Manufacturing Engineering.
Organization Relationships:
Frequent contact with Design Engineering personnel to coordinate issue resolution and improvements.
Frequent contact with production supervisor, manager and production personnel.
Frequent contact with Maintenance department to maintain and improve existing machinery and equipment used in production processes.
Frequent contact with Quality to improve customer quality (internal / external).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field.
3-10 years relevant experience (Co-Op, Internship, or related experience to be considered).
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification and/or proven experience in developing and driving change through continuous improvement and/or quality systems.
Proven experience in influencing and implementing changes and improvements.
Exceptional mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills are required; which includes proficiency to logically troubleshoot at subsystem and system level.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to lead cross-functional teams.
Experience drawing accurate conclusions from test data, malfunctions, or deviations, and assisting with corrections to the existing design or process.
Ability to work on several projects of moderate scope and complexity at the same time.
Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction.
Physical stamina to stand, walk, lift and bend for extended periods of time; with expected work balance to be anticipated to be: 50% on floor & 50% in office.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
The salary range for this position is $76050 - $96050. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.
Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
About Us
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [redacted]. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.