Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Non-CNC
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Curtiss Wright Flow Control
Updated: Apr 5 2012
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| Desired Expertise: |
Mechanical Engineering, Process Management, Risk Management, Lean |
| Experience: |
7+ years |
| Minimum Education: |
Bachelors/3-5 yr Degree |
| Location: |
Channelview & Baytown, TX, US |
| Employment Type: |
Full Time Salaried Employee |
| Job Status: |
Closed - No longer accepting applications
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Job Description:
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Transform Your Tomorrow...Today at Curtiss-Wright Flow Control
At Curtiss-Wright Flow Control (CWFC), you have the opportunity to transform the way our customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides our employees with excellent experiences that enable them to develop their skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. At Curtiss-Wright Flow Control, you will have the opportunity to contribute from day one. And...that's just the beginning of how we help you transform your tomorrow:
The Opportunity
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - Non - CNC - (Baytown & Channelview, TX)
Position is responsible for key projects assigned in the capacity of a project manager, and is also responsible for manufacturing processes assigned. This includes the implementation of a Lean Production System (based on the Toyota Production System) with a focus on improving safety, quality, delivery, cost and people. This position is tasked with the support of budget development, capacity analysis, Capital optimization, continuous improvement activities, and development of future state value stream designs (with a focus on lean manufacturing principles). Another major area of responsibility is a close working relationship with design engineering to ensure 3P and Design for Manufacturability ideas are implemented in actual value streams and in future product developments. This position works with all functions / departments to assure smooth flow of information and effective improvement teams.
Essential Responsibilities
• Development, implementation, and ownership of assigned production processes. This includes standard work, time studies, workplace organization & visual management, and all aspects of the material & information flow.
• Recommend and justify new capital equipment and decisions on machines per operation.
• Work with management and teams to identify resource requirements and locations required in order to deliver results and improve manufacturing and operations costs (capacity & resource planning)
• Write work instructions (approved by quality engineer) to include traveler, drawing(s), outside subcontract processes or services, fixture and tooling selection.
• Interface with personnel and train as necessary.
• Focus on efficiencies - material flow, reduce set-up and cycle time.
• Work closely with Quality and Supply Chain as a cross-functional improvement team
• Direct Involvement with local manufacturing strategy
• Provide plant layouts and capacity planning
• Assist in the development of driving the formal process of "make vs. buy" activity
Qualifications/Requirements
• A bachelor degree in engineering (mechanical, manufacturing or industrial) is required. An understanding of broader business needs which could be demonstrated by an advanced degree such as an MBA is preferred. Must also have formal training in Lean Manufacturing (preferably the Toyota production system), and project management.
• A minimum of seven years of engineering experience in manufacturing environment.
• Experience implementing and leading continuous improvement projects as well as a clear understanding of how to foster a continuous improvement culture.
• Multiple, quantifiable instances of successfully implementing new management tools (as exemplified by the "Toyota Production System", or equivalent) to expand performance metrics.
• Thorough understanding of lean concepts and utilization of modern quality tools for problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Working experience with heavy metal - cutting, machining, fabrication, welding, and assembly preferred.
• Experience in a change agent role, leading and working with teams to implement transformational change.
Travel
Estimated travel is 10-15%
About Curtiss-Wright Flow Control
Created through the merger of companies originally founded by aviation pioneers Orville and Wilbur Wright, and Glen Curtiss, we apply that legacy of innovation towards providing mission critical solutions for the defense, power and process industries. Curtiss-Wright Flow Control is a leader in designing and manufacturing highly engineered valves, pumps, electronics and related products for the commercial nuclear power industry, oil and gas processing facilities, and a range of critical national defense programs. We have a history of solving tough problems that begins with our passion for understanding the needs of our customers. Add to that our unparalleled technical expertise, the highest standards of quality and a long heritage of innovative thinking. The company has grown rapidly due to favorable market trends as well as the addition of an elite group of companies acquired during the past ten years that augment and strengthen the core competency in Flow Control.
What You'll Find at CWFC
• Challenging Work - The work we do at Curtiss-Wright Flow Control is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which we live and work.
• Independence - At Curtiss-Wright Flow Control, you have the independence to invent, create and innovate; and the opportunity to work on the most advanced technology in our industry.
• A Collaborative Environment - The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.
We Offer
Curtiss-Wright Flow Control is proud to offer our employees a comprehensive total rewards package:
• Competitive pay
• Health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, life insurance and more
• Savings opportunities for retirement, with an opportunity to become a shareholder
• Learning and development opportunities
• Recognition for your contributions
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