Manufacturing Engineer

Position Summary:

Plan and implement utilization of facilities, equipment, materials, and personnel to improve operational efficiency. In conjunction with Human Resources, coordinate the safety and training activities for Kustom Signals, Inc. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

• Analyze work force utilization, facility layout, and operational data such as production costs, process flow charts, and schedules, to improve efficiency.
• Develop and implement operational solutions and business processes that align with company objectives.
• Create and maintain comprehensive work instructions for all production processes.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive work instructions for all production processes.
• Establish product cost, labor standards, and process routings.
• Maintain KSI product configurator to establish part numbers and costs for Order Entry.
• Drive Document Change Order (DCO) and Software Change Order (SCO) Processes in Configuration Management.
• Recommend methods to improve worker/process efficiency, reduce material waste, and enhance workflow through job restructuring and equipment purchases.

Safety

• Primary contact for safety issue resolution.
• Investigate, document, and analyze safety incidents to determine root causes, implementing corrective actions.
• Work with Human Resources on safety-related initiatives such as, new hire orientation, safety meetings and incentives, and Return to Work (RTW) program.
• Responsible for environmental compliance and on-site safety audits.

Quality Assurance

• Develop and oversee test procedures, quality inspection, and reporting systems (eg., SPC).
• Conduct and supervise quality reviews to identify and resolve performance and reliability issues.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Purchasing to address product designs, specifications, materials, and tooling issues.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct: (1) Document Control Specialist
• Perform supervisory duties in compliance with company policies and laws, including:
  • Interviewing, hiring, and training
  • Performance evaluations
  • Assigning tasks and managing workloads
  • Addressing complaints and resolving conflicts

Equipment To Be Used:

• Computers, fax machines, telephones, calculators
• Small hand tools and electronic test equipment

Typical Physical Demands:

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, bending, and reaching.
• Specific vision abilities required (close vision, focus).
• Must be able to frequently lift 10 pounds, occasionally lift 60 pounds, and use lifting aids for heavier loads.

Typical Mental Demands:

• Ability to read and comprehend instruction, correspondence, and technical documentation.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and employees.

Working Conditions:

• Office environment (temperature-controlled, quiet).
• Standard workweek: 8-hour shifts, 5 days per week.
• Occasional evening or weekend work due to deadlines.

Travel:

Minimal travel, as needed for business purposes.                                      

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering or an equivalent degree with job related training and experience.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in Classic Industrial Engineering, including work measurement standards, process flows, and department layouts.
• Prior experience as a safety coordinator or direct involvement with a safety program.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of staff and senior management.
• Above-average mathematical skills.
• Ability to solve practical problems and handle a variety of concrete variables in situations with limited standardization.
• Ability to interpret and apply written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.
• Strong reading comprehension for technical documents such as safety rules, operation/maintenance manuals, and procedure guides.
• Effective written communication for reports and correspondence.
• Self-motivated with the confidence to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, Access database applications, 3D modeling software, and Epicor or similar CRM/ERP systems.