Manufacturing Engineer I (2nd Shift)

Posted:
8/1/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Indiana, United States ⋅ Columbia City, Indiana, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

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We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

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Manufacturing Engineers work with the Value Stream Leaders to support manufacturing by writing work instructions, implementing industry best practices (lean concepts, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, constraint analysis, etc.), conducting Job Safety and ergonomic analysis, and leading failure mode analysis activities. Additionally, Manufacturing Engineers are integral in developing line layouts and capacity analysis and are heavily involved with the development and implementation of improvements related to production flow, tooling, facilities, material and common design areas across products, and product performance.

The Manufacturing Engineer is also the primary point of contact for the Design Engineering group in the implementation of design for manufacturing programs.

Ultra is building a second shift to continue to meet the demands of our global customers, join us as we continue to grow to keep the world safe!

Production Hours are Monday to Thursday 5pm to 3:30am

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Job Description

Duties Responsible:

  • Develop and maintain manufacturing flow charts, work instructions, manufacturing BOM's, routings and MRP related activities

  • Manufacturing methods, tooling and equipment, and Lean Manufacturing

  • Manufacturing mainline floor support, including Failure Analysis from piece part through system analysis

  • Production support for Engineering development and transition to manufacturing

  • Assisting in bids, improving, and developing new products

  • Employ strong analytical skills; especially driving to root cause when completing failure analysis, determining best practice methodologies for manufacturing, and determining key process failure modes

Required Skills and Abilities:

The ideal candidate must possess the following

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 2+ years of experience (internships, co-ops count)

  • Supervising manufacturing processes to ensure quality work is done in a safe, efficient manner.

  • Ability to communication with other engineers to develop plans that improve production, costs, and labor required.

  • Diagnosing problems in the production line and providing recommendations and training.

  • Establishing safety procedures and protocols that prioritize worker well-being and minimize risk

  • Keeping abreast of advancements in engineering, production, and sharing knowledge with co-workers.

  • Leading process improvement projects to meet business objectives and deliver quantifiable results using lean and six sigma methodologies

  • Identifying processes that need optimization and develop plans to improve them

  • Delivering timely implementation of process improvements

  • Knowledge of DMAIC , PFMEA, and other quality tools

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong skills in design analysis and design for manufacturing

  • Must be a team player with good communication skills

  • Must have strong computer skills and be especially proficient in MS Office

  • Proficient at understanding drawings and specifications of piece parts through system level

  • Ideal candidate will have experience in the manufacturing of electronic systems utilizing lean and six sigma processes.

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Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off and family leave, and much more! 

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [email protected]

Ultra Electronics Holdings Plc

Website: https://ultra.group/

Headquarter Location: London, England, United Kingdom

Employee Count: 1001-5000

Year Founded: 1920

IPO Status: Delisted

Industries: Aerospace ⋅ Electronics ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Marine Technology ⋅ Software