Manufacturing Engineer jobs in Plymouth, MA

Responsibilities:

• Conduct detailed analysis of current labor, production processes, material handling, and spatial utilization to identify opportunities for enhancing quality and operational efficiency.
• Design and implement standards for labor and material usage, as well as cost analysis systems, to maximize resource efficiency.
• Compile and synthesize data into comprehensive reports outlining product and process performance, trends, and areas for improvement.
• Innovate manufacturing methodologies for upcoming products through an in-depth understanding of product specifications, collaborating with vendors, and iterative design and testing of manufacturing approaches.
• Evaluate product designs against manufacturing criteria to set benchmarks and goals for product quality and dependability.
• Facilitate the development and procurement of specialized tooling and materials necessary for manufacturing processes.
• Manage validation tests to ensure product and system designs meet specified requirements.
• Create, refine, and maintain programmable logic controller (PLC) programs.
• Regularly review and enhance process failure mode effects analysis (PFMEA) and process control strategies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering or a comparable level of professional experience.
• A professional background spanning 5 to 7 years, ideally within the automotive manufacturing sector.
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) tools such as CATIA, NX, or equivalent.
• Direct experience in conducting motion study analysis, including but not limited to Methods-Time Measurement (MTM).
• Skill in programming and handling PLC hardware and software.
• Independent initiative and the capability to effectively self-manage with minimal oversight.
• Exceptional skills in planning, organization, and time management.
• Proven competence in project management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A solid grasp of Lean Manufacturing principles and a track record of applying these to real-world scenarios.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems analytically with a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with team members, management, and cross-functional departments.
• Leadership experience or potential, with a focus on continuous improvement and team development.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance