A Brief Overview
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes, enhancing productivity, and ensuring quality standards. This role involves developing and implementing process improvements, troubleshooting equipment and process issues, and collaborating across teams to drive efficient, high-quality production operations.
What you will do
- Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve product quality. Identify areas for continuous improvement and implement lean manufacturing practices.
- Support the introduction of new products by developing and implementing manufacturing processes, equipment setups, and workflow designs that meet quality and efficiency standards.
- Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to troubleshoot equipment issues, establish root causes, and develop corrective actions to prevent reoccurrences.
- Design, evaluate, and improve production line layouts and workflows to maximize throughput and operational efficiency.
- Ensure manufacturing processes meet regulatory and quality requirements by developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and conducting regular process audits.
- Collect and analyze data related to process performance, downtime, and production quality. Utilize findings to make informed process improvements.
- Duties may vary slightly by location.
Education Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field) (Required)
Experience Qualifications
- 4-6 years in a manufacturing or engineering environment, with a focus on process improvement, equipment troubleshooting, or production optimization (Preferred)
Skills and Abilities
- Proficient in root cause analysis (RCA) and problem-solving tools like 5-Whys and Fishbone Diagrams. (High proficiency)
- Skilled in process design and layout planning to improve production line efficiency. (High proficiency)
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts effectively. (High proficiency)
- Analytical skills with experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting. (High proficiency)
- Knowledge of regulatory and safety standards applicable to manufacturing environments. (High proficiency)
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced production setting. (High proficiency)
- Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting. (Medium proficiency)
- Familiarity with quality control techniques, including Six Sigma, and Statistical Process Control (SPC). (Medium proficiency)
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies. (Medium proficiency)
- Experience with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software and production simulation tools. (Low proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification or Black Belt (Preferred)
To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our company does not accept unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or applications from agencies. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or applications and explicitly reserve its right to contact candidates presented in such unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or application.
Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status. Voyant Beauty will consider requests for accommodations due to a disability impacting a qualified employee's ability to perform the essential functions of their position consistent with applicable laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Voyant Beauty complies with applicable provincial and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
