Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Job-ID: 16636; Location(s): McPherson, KS 

The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, integrating, and improving manufacturing systems and processes to enhance quality, reliability, and cost efficiency through technical expertise and continuous improvement methods. This role involves the design of a wide range of tools in alignment with standard tool configurations, including cutting and forming tools. The engineer interprets drawings and specifications, collaborating with manufacturing personnel to determine optimal solutions. Responsibilities include performing detailed calculations to define exact dimensions, selecting appropriate materials, and estimating costs. Additionally, the Manufacturing Engineer partners with engineering and production teams to identify and resolve performance issues or tool life concerns, recommending modifications or enhancements to improve overall production effectiveness.

What You'll Do:

• Troubleshoot new or existing production problems involving designs, materials, or processes.
• Identify opportunities or implement changes to improve manufacturing processes or products or to reduce costs, using knowledge of fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment, assembly methods, quality control standards, or product design, materials and parts.
• Apply continuous improvement methods such as lean manufacturing to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness.
• Provide technical expertise or support related to manufacturing.
• Work with suppliers to help ensure successful completion of manufacturing projects.
• Design tooling for metal tube forming using provided computer programs.
• Review current tooling specifications and suggest improvements.
• Interaction with manufacturing, maintenance, tool vendors, quality and other department supervisors or managers to solve and correct existing and expected manufacturing problems.
• Train other tooling employees as necessary.
• Understand and implement change control and inventory management as necessary
• Investigate sources of non-conforming materials.

Other

• Attends meetings as required and/or assigned.
• Performs other duties as required and/or assigned.
• Communicates and gives input regarding performance evaluations.

Training Initiatives

• Leads and trains Associate Manufacturing Engineers and Intern Engineers; provides assistance with questions as needed.

Special Job Dimensions

• Some travel will be required.

Safety

All employees are expected to comply with the safety rules of their respective department and position, however there are general safety guidelines that all employees are expected to comply with:

Slips, Trips and Falls

• When walking, be aware of unlevel or elevated surfaces
• Keep aisles clear
• Use caution when walking on wet surfaces and wipe up spills
• Use the handrail on stairs
• Use only approved step stools and ladders.  Do not stand on chairs
• Walk, don’t run
• Report deficient conditions to the appropriate maintenance department
• Use caution when walking in parking lots and parking garage

Good Housekeeping

• Always maintain a clean and uncluttered work environment
• Do not overload wastebaskets

Safe Lifting

• Use caution and proper techniques when lifting heavy objects
• Ask for help

Equipment

• Only use equipment that is in good repair
• Report any equipment hazards immediately to your manager

What We're Looking For:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering  and Technology
• Knowledge of Practical application of Engineering principles/ techniques/ procedures to tool design and Cold Forming Operations and Automation Processing
• Knowledge of Design techniques (GD&T), Tools, and Principles involved in developing precise technical plans, Models, Drawings and Blueprints
• Knowledge of SAP (or other ERP system)
• Knowledge of Advanced Mathematics and applications
• Knowledge of CAD software including CATIA, Solid Works 2015, AutoCAD
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Smart Sheet, and SAP preferred
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing effective manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S and Six Sigma training tools
• Knowledge of quality control and testing procedures
• Knowledge of secondary processes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with personnel at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work well under deadlines, and ability to work well with a cross-functional team to accomplish results
• Ability to perform with superior service, reflecting a positive company image while sustaining a positive attitude with those you interact with; always going above and beyond to help others out, regardless of their position or department
• Ability to adhere to the highest standards of quality while continually performing at the highest possible level

Education, Certification/License & Work Experience

• B.S. Engineering, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology. and 10 years of  work experience

Or

• Master.of Engineering, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, and 7 years of work experience

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. 

Wondering if you should apply? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Viega, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but don’t check every box in the qualifications section, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other positions we have in the future.

Total Rewards Package:

Compensation

• Base: $91,105 - $125,270 annually, based on specific compensable factors including, but not limited to education, work experience, and geographic market.
• Bonus: This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company’s performance and their own individual performance.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Wellness Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
• Voluntary Benefits (Life, AD&D, Disability)
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 7.5% company contribution
• Time Off Programs – 22 days Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 Company Holidays, 2 Volunteer Days

Your contact person:

Christopher Welsh  -  Christopher.Welsh@viega.us - +1 (620) 798-9019