Manufacturing Engineer - Remote & Travel
5+ years
Connecticut, United States
$80k - $85k/year
Full-time
Onsite
1 month ago
About the role
The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing company located in CT, Connecticut in East Hartford.
Travel Requirements:
Do to the nature of the work 25%-50% travel may be required. Travel to suppliers 1-3X per month
Must possess a full US driving license and vehicle.
Must have a valid passport.
This position involves travel within the US.
The successful candidate will be responsible for fostering long-term relationships with customers, ensuring their expectations are met, and enhancing efficiency through exceptional service delivery skills. This role is crucial in playing a key part in the successful implementation and launch of new projects for both customers and their suppliers. The primary focus areas for this position include, capacity planning, producibility, problem-solving, and lean processes for new product introductions.
What you will do:
This list represents a selection of responsibilities. Additional tasks may be assigned to support evolving business needs.
What you will bring:
Work Requirements:
This position is classified as Remote with Travel within Connecticut.
Citizenship Requirements:
Due to the nature of this role, you MUST be a US CITIZEN
Benefits :
Travel Requirements:
Do to the nature of the work 25%-50% travel may be required. Travel to suppliers 1-3X per month
Must possess a full US driving license and vehicle.
Must have a valid passport.
This position involves travel within the US.
The successful candidate will be responsible for fostering long-term relationships with customers, ensuring their expectations are met, and enhancing efficiency through exceptional service delivery skills. This role is crucial in playing a key part in the successful implementation and launch of new projects for both customers and their suppliers. The primary focus areas for this position include, capacity planning, producibility, problem-solving, and lean processes for new product introductions.
What you will do:
- Primary Liaison : Serve as the main point of contact for activities between the customer and their suppliers.
- Project Management : Manage multiple projects concurrently with a global team.
- Implementation and Distribution : Facilitate the effective implementation and distribution of new products for suppliers, ensuring all quality control standards are met.
- Cross-Functional Coordination : Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality assurance, and third-party collaborators.
- Supplier Collaboration : Work closely with suppliers to define, develop, and launch new or improved products.
- Process Improvement : Analyze and recommend enhancements to production processes and methods to reduce costs and improve quality.
- Operational Planning : Develop and oversee an operational plan, set operational KPIs, track project progress, manage risks, and report accordingly.
- Analytical Leadership : Provide leadership in project management, technical expertise, and quality assurance for product analytics.
- Manufacturing Planning : Develop manufacturing plans for assigned materials, including raw and finished goods, capacity planning, and roadmaps.
- NPI Methodologies : Assist in refining methodologies, interfaces, and processes within the operational matrix to ensure smooth product introductions.
- Process Control : Assist in directing and controlling processes in line with defined policies and procedures, and conduct analyses and audits to recommend improvements in safety, quality, cost, waste reduction, and efficiency.
- Manufacturing Readiness : Ensure the readiness of all major new product materials for manufacturing.
- Risk Management : Identify manufacturing risks and bottlenecks and provide solutions using problem-solving techniques and project management.
- European Collaboration : Collaborate with and support the European NPI manager.
This list represents a selection of responsibilities. Additional tasks may be assigned to support evolving business needs.
What you will bring:
- Aerospace Engineering Experience : Proven expertise in aerospace engineering.
- Supportive Attitude : Willingness to assist and support colleagues.
- Analytical Thinking : Strong analytical skills combined with excellent interpersonal abilities.
- Project Management : Proficient in managing projects from inception to completion.
- Organizational Skills : Excellent organizational capabilities.
- Prioritization : Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Machining Knowledge : Familiarity with machining processes.
- Lean/Continuous Improvement : Essential experience with Lean processes (Kaizen, SMED, Kanban, 5S).
- Technical Drawings : Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
- Quality Operations : Familiarity with quality operations such as PPAP/APQP or equivalent.
- Quality Project Management : Ability to manage quality aspects of NPI and prototype manufacturing.
- Manufacturing Optimization : Capability to optimize manufacturing methods and tooling/machine layouts.
- Flexibility : Willingness to work flexible hours, including potential weekend and foreign travel.
- Travel Readiness : Ability to travel on short notice.
Work Requirements:
This position is classified as Remote with Travel within Connecticut.
Citizenship Requirements:
Due to the nature of this role, you MUST be a US CITIZEN
Benefits :
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
- Short/Long Term Disability