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A.O. Smith Manufacturing Engineer in United States
Manufacturing Engineer
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Date: Jun 10, 2024
Location: McBee, SC, US, 29101
Company: A. O. Smith Corporation
Company / Location Information
A. O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.
Primary Function
This position will coordinate improvements and changes to manufacturing processes and procedures in the industrial plant to establish the best methods of work. This position will constantly evaluate processes and procedures of the production process to identify areas for improvement. Plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes in industrial plant by performing the following duties.
Responsibilities
Apply sound ergonomic and safety practices in all functions of manufacturing process, equipment and facilities.
Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods using data collection, analytical analysis and experience.
Evaluate New Technologies and Processes in support of improving Manufacturing Efficiencies, Productivity, Cost Savings and/or Product Quality.
Develop Capital Cost Justification for New Product Tooling, Equipment, Cost Savings Initiatives, etc.
Analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
Product Development System (PDS) Team Member ensuring Design for Manufacturability (DFM), tooling and equipment needs are met to ensure efficient manufacturing processes and successful product launch.
Confer with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
Confer with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
Understand and implement Lean Manufacturing Principles such as Continuous Improvement, Blitzes, KanBan, Line Balancing, TPM, Takt Time, etc.
Work closely in a team environment with engineers, supervisors and manufacturing personnel and promote company principles such as Quality and Lean Manufacturing.
Work closely with maintenance personnel in troubleshooting problems as needed and equipment installation and set-up.
Other duties as assigned.
Role Specific Responsibilities
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (manufacturing ,process or industrial)
3+ years of related work experience
Proven experience in leading engineering projects from start to finish
Experience with Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and other Continuous Improvement Methodologies
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Hands on engineering installation/start up experience
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Years of Experience
Minimum of 3 years of related work experience or training
We Offer
Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.
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Nearest Major Market: Columbia Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina