Manufacturing Engineer I

Southern States, LLCHampton, GA

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Senior-level

Job Description

Job Summary: Southern States manufacturing operations include a full-scale fabrication shop specializing in structural fabrications and copper processing, a machine shop with both manual and CNC equipment, a silver-plating department, and many assembly areas designed for assembly of various product lines. The Manufacturing Engineering department is responsible for providing support across all corporate manufacturing departments and is seeking to expand the team with a hands-on individual who has the desire to help grow the organization through the development of manufacturing capabilities and efficiency gains. The manufacturing engineering team is also responsible for supporting all areas through the development of tools, dies, fixtures, and rapid improvement events. The team manages new equipment specifications, planning, and implementation focused on efficiency gains and cost reductions. Other team functions include data analytics, new product launch support, facility redesign and manufacturing software support.Essential Responsibilities:

Design (3D model – SolidWorks), build, and test assembly tooling, machining fixtures, welding jigs, and die sets as required to successfully build Southern States product.
Specify, evaluate, quote, and coordinate capital equipment investments and purchases from conception to installation.
Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods within all departments.
Analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow
Design layout of equipment and workspaces for maximum efficiency.
Work with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
Plan, design and implement rapid improvement (lean, 6 sigma) technology to reduce production lead-times and work-in-process inventory.
Confer with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
Coordinate with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Materials, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering
Familiar with Solidworks, Autocad, Microsoft Office
Coding language, Lean
Strong communication skills and the ability to work with individuals at all organizational levels.

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