Job Summary

Reports to the Engineering Supervisor. Responsible for the implementation of project and process support activities toward attainment of departmental and plant goals. Primary focus in areas of capacity expansion, quality/waste improvement and cost improvement programs. Required to handle multiple assignments of varying scope and complexity.

Primary Work Location

USA SC - Sumter

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the design and implementation of machine improvements and capital equipment project management activities.

• Proficient in mechanical design and troubleshooting.

• Directs personnel in the troubleshooting and maintenance of cam driven mechanisms and pneumatic and hydraulic equipment used in the production process.

• Supports the plant manufacturing effort, with proven ability to identify problems and pursue plans toward their resolution.

• Specific focus will be in areas of improving upon chronic levels of quality, waste and equipment efficiencies.

• Clear understanding of the role of Engineering in a manufacturing environment.

• Has knowledge of proper Engineering practices and vendor relationships.

• Responsible for coordinating activities between equipment vendors, Division R & D and plant functional departments on your assignments.

• Ability to handle projects of a moderate to large scope requiring extensive coordination.

• Will be required to handle several assignments (project & process duties) simultaneously.

• Prepares and submits capital appropriation requests and controls expenditures on these projects as required.

• Has knowledge of established safety standards and operator work with equipment.

• Completes or supervises the completion of necessary designs, drawings, calculations and specifications on associated equipment.

• Recommends vendors for commercial items and materials needed for a project.

• Establishes which elements comprising a job are suitable for in-house fabrication or revision and which items would be best contracted.

• Secure quotations and select contractors; direct the contractors efforts or the efforts of in-house forces to a satisfactory scheduled completion of the vital work.

• Supervise and inspect all work in-process by contractors or plant forces; provide guidance where necessary.

• Responsible for the recommendation of capital equipment or process modifications, their physical installation, debugging and associated training of production personnel.

• Required to have awareness of product performance and quality requirements within scope of your assignments.

• As required within the scope of your duty, be responsible for all associated documentation, including; however not limited to, the following; validations, Operations Procedures, Preventive Maintenance schedules, Engineering Change Notifications, spare parts listings, etc.

• Required to develop a firm understanding of all equipment for which you are responsible to include set-up, adjustment and assessment of possible improvements.

• Responsible for realization of budgeted cost reductions and productivity improvements.

• Accountable for spending (capital or expense) within approved limits on programsc

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as required by the Engineering Manager.

• Directs the efforts of support personnel such as machinists and technicians, etc. in the modification, adjustment, removal and installation of new or existing equipment as required.

• May provide functional supervision of other Engineers toward attainment of their assignments.

Job Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering and/or related field required

• Must have a minimum of 3-5 years of work experience in a manufacturing environment

• Must have high-speed Automated Assembly experience in the following areas

  • synchronous and asynchronous assembly platforms

  • cam-operated equipment

  • pneumatics and servo controlled assembly.

• High Mechanical Skill and Experience required

  • Proficient of feeler gauges and other tools to measure tolerances, torque, and clearances.

  • Proficient with troubleshooting cams, cam-followers, rod-ends, bushings, chain drives, conveyors, gearboxes, vacuum systems, pneumatic systems, and ball-valves.

  • Proficient with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Products

• Familiar with FDA regulations and validation protocols IQ, OQ, PQ, preferred

• Project Management and SAP experience desired

• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing initiatives with an emphasis in continuous improvement.

• Six Sigma certification (greenbelt or blackbelt) preferred.

Why join us?

A career means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that empowers you to bring your authentic self to work. Here our associates can fulfill their life’s purpose through the work that they do every day.