Manufacturing Engineer at Hendrickson in Kendallville, Indiana

Job Description:

Position Purpose:


Develop and implement engineering solutions to the shop floor processes. Develop operator detail instructions for processes. Assist operations group with continuous improvement objectives on a regular basis. Active communication with hourly group assisting with needs and process improvements. Ability to utilize a structure problem solving approach when working to resolve issues.


Essential Functions:


• Support manufacturing to protect the customer

• Member of product launch teams for manufacturing engineering support

• Optimize machining and assembly programs to allow flexibility

• Decrease setup and changeover times.

• Develop and maintain operator work instructions for all products.

• Define future technology requirements

• Assist in defining long-range capital planning

• Develop and maintain operator work instructions for Kitting/Distribution operations and assigned Assembly Cells.



Education and Training

• Bachelor's degree required
• AutoCad, NX, MSOffice, Mastercam, Mpact, or similar software/programming experience
• Automotive background a plus
• Capital equipment procurement background a plus
• Preventative Maintenance and TPM a plus
• Assembly experience a plus

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of tooling selection and optimization
• Ability to manage, prioritize and complete multiple tasks on a time bound schedule required
• Knowledge of IATF16949
• Background in team approach to problem solving required
• Working knowledge of labor and machining standards preferred

Hendrickson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.


Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 2500009S

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