HNI Workplace Furnishings Hiring for Manufacturing Engineer at Cedartown, GA Full Time

General Purpose:

Responsible for process execution and technical application of manufacturing processes and methods utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication and assembly processes with the goal of positively impacting business through lean manufacturing implementation

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform research, design and develop manufacturing processes for production flow, assembly methods and fabrication equipment in accordance with product specifications and quality standards
• Improve manufacturing processes and methods for cost-reduction, quality improvement and efficiency
• Identify root cause inaccuracies and recommend/implement process improvements and corrective action
• Assist management in improving and sustaining a system of production control, standard operating procedures, safety, quality control and training
• Perform research, design and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment.
• Prepare and maintain detailed layouts of buildings and equipment
• Coordinate the manufacturing of new/revised products by establishing goals, training team members and evaluating results
• Design, develop and test and/or source and cost-justify various tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods
• Perform product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement, and improved efficiency
• Coordinate and work cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Sales, Finance, customers and members assisting in process and product improvement plans and status
• Participate in projects efficiently and with high-quality expertise in accordance with established deadlines

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical engineering field required.

• In rare exceptions, based on employment market and/or company need around a specific niche skillset; a combination of experience, responsibility and prior professional accomplishment will be considered as equivalent to a technical engineering degree.

• 3-5 years of progressive manufacturing engineering experience incorporating lean manufacturing principles, including RCI, 3P, Value Stream Mapping, problem solving, and statistical analysis
• Demonstrated successful implementation of continuous process improvement programs
• Experience with project development, management, and implementation encompassing start-to-finish planning and execution
• Demonstrated ability to lead change, handle multiple projects and incorporate lean manufacturing principles
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to motivate and influence others, as well as interact productively members within all levels of the organization and external suppliers and customers
• Preferred experience with CAD (Computer Aided Design)
• Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Preferred experience with Oracle, inventory system knowledge

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BA/BS/Undergraduate