Manufacturing Engineer
Wabtec

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company's new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com.

It's not just about your career... or your job title...it's about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters...do things that haven't been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.

The Mobile Materials Handling group of Nordco a Wabtec Company, a customer focused business utilizing continuous improvement and creative thinking to foster a culture of exceeding customers' expectations, is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer.

This position is responsible for the development and improvement of the manufacturing processes in the plant by utilizing continuous improvement methodology.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develop, evaluate and improve manufacturing processes and methods for low-volume, high-mix manufacturing/assembly environment
• Create standard work, run Kaizen events, Problem Solving, Line Balancing, Poka-Yoke, Supplier Development, Product/Process Variation reduction, Waste reduction, Visual Management Design for Manufacturing/assembly
• Use Lean Principles to analyze and plan work force utilization, line balancing, space requirements and workflow for maximum efficiency and flow
• Design layout of work flow and material flow to create "pull" systems for inventory replenishment and process flow
• Collaborate with product engineering, purchasing and suppliers to Poka-Yoke and reduce variability within manufacturing and assembly processes
• Leads projects independently to completion, often times with little direct authority
• Use root cause analysis and other scientific problem solving methods to reduce variability in product and process

Education

• BS Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, or other Manufacturing Technology discipline required

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment - low volume/high mix preferred
• 2-3 years of LEAN experience preferred

Technical Skills

• Proficient in leading continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing and cost reduction initiatives
• Proficient in the use of computer applications such as Microsoft products and operating systems
• Ability to clearly write reports and business correspondence.
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees and customers.
• Requires mechanical aptitude and extensive knowledge of machinery

Behavioral Attributes

• Ability to communicate effectively to team members and management
• Ability to hold themselves accountable for results
• Ability to think critically and troubleshoot problems
• Ability to work in a team setting
• Ability to independently solve problems
• Ability to lead and motivate employees
• Desire to win

Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world's toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles...people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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