Acara Solutions is seeking an Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to join our client on a Full Time Direct Hire opportunity located in Liverpool, NY. The annual salary for this position is 100K-150K annually.
As a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer you'll develop, document and maintain manufacturing processes for aerospace and industrial components in a high mix, low volume manufacturing environment with a focus on continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing process.
Main Responsibilities
- Continuously drive the development and implementation of productivity projects supporting the strategic direction of the business
- Contribute to the productivity project funnel to achieve annual goals, report progress to team members and management
- Drive $500,000 of cost savings a year
- Maintain a funnel of $1,000,000 in cost savings ideas
- Lead and participate in cost cutting initiatives
- Lead the team to develop and track relevant operations metrics with the goal of continuous improvement
- Collaborate with Purchasing and Design Engineering to provide cost estimates and advise on manufacturability for new business opportunities
- Collaborate with Design Engineering to develop and review Methods of Manufacture for new business programs
- Develop, update, and document methods and processes for manufactured parts and assemblies through methods of manufacture, operation sketches, tool sheets, set-up information, and assembly instructions.
- Using lean strategies and methodologies, improve upon inefficient processes, eliminate single point failure areas, and implement process automation initiatives
- Collaborate with the Supply Chain and Operations teams to influence site strategy, planning, and execution
- CNC tooling and fixture design, assembly, and test fixture design
- Day to day support for production operations
Required Skills / Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or Technical discipline and 5+ years' experience.
- Proficient with CAD Software (Autodesk Inventor preferred)
- Experience in robust fixture and tooling design
- Metrology
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
- Automation design and implementation preferred
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Lean Six Sigma project experience preferred
- Experience with SMED and other Lean tools in a manufacturing environment
- Drive for Continuous Improvement
- Technical Writing (Work Instructions, Policies and Procedures)
- Ability to promote and maintain manufacturing process standardization
- Good interpersonal communication skills and team player, ability to direct the work of others
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects
Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.
Aleron companies; Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, Viaduct, and Aleron's strategic partner, SDI are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
Minimum Salary: 31200.00
Maximum Salary: 31200.00
Salary Unit: Yearly
