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Newell Brands Manufacturing Engineer in Mogadore, Ohio
Job ID: 1523
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Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY:
The Manufacturing Engineer position will be responsible for estimating labor requirements and assuring that work is performed in an efficient and safe manner. This individual will check product costing for accuracy along with manufacturing feasibility. The Manufacturing Engineer must evaluate labor, equipment, packaging and processes to implement productivity improvements.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Investigate and recommend solutions to issues with manufacturing processes, labor, equipment, materials, and layouts
Interview supervisors and operators to identify improvements and assure effective implementation of changes
Manage labor estimate requests and Bill of Material validation for new and existing products
Communicate with multiple departments including corporate functions to assure accurate labor estimates and feasibility of new products or packaging
Improve direct labor efficiencies
Review labor standards and make updates as needed
Consider quality, environmental, health and safety while implementing manufacturing changes
Provide leadership and support to cross-functional teams comprised of Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Marketing, Packaging, Environmental, Safety and Materials.
Develop business case and financial justification for implementing capital projects
Create standard operating procedures and training for equipment or processes.
Lead or support Kaizen and VA/VE events
Project management from ideation, justification, implementation to sustainability
Deliver results that support engineering and organizational mission.
JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Technical knowledge of estimating labor requirements
Technical knowledge of ergonomics
Familiarity with Lean manufacturing techniques
Good presentation, communication, and professional skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks
Strong leadership and teamwork abilities
Financial acumen related to manufacturing concepts
Proficient in Power BI
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field or equivalent work in an engineering or engineering related role
2+ years in a manufacturing environment
Injection molding experience a plus
Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.