Research and Development Director jobs in La Crosse, WI

SUPERVISOR, Research and Development

Position Description:

This individual will supervise the R&D technicians that build our prototypes, jigs & fixtures, and in-field work. This person will manage, verify, and document prototype builds. Support manufacturing, testing, and purchasing as needed. Review and manage documentation and issues lists before submitting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervise the R&D floor technicians

• Manage, verify, and collect documentation from the R&D technicians
• Review and assist with documentation for completeness, organize, and submit
• Assist technicians with technical questions
• Complete employee performance reviews and assessments

Supervise the building of prototypes, jigs & fixtures, along with in-field work

• Execute the builds to the schedule
• Review the resources needed for NPD projects

Communicate concerns and assist in solutions (area, crane capacity, manpower, etc.)

• Schedule and communicate with production for needed resources (warehouse, wash, paint, alternate work areas, etc.)
• Verify all materials are available for build
• Follow-up on shortages for prototype build
• Prepare documentation for releasing new project to the floor (i.e. Weld, Decal, Hydraulic, Electrical, Grease, Oil tube routing and length, Issues list)
• Generate and manage issues list derived from the prototype build process
• Prepare and complete prototype check off list
• Complete Service Work Orders

Manage, verify and document all changes to prototype equipment in the field

Organize and schedule service calls

Supervise, verify, and provide resources for testing as needed

• Verify technicians are performing work to the test plan as needed
• Assist with scheduling field/test service calls
• Assist the test engineer with verifying and documenting changes on prototypes in the field as needed

Assist in resolving and documenting production floor issues

• Review/research production floor issues to discover the root cause of concern
• Work with the parties involved to best understand the issue to allow them to make the best possible resolution

Verify R&D credit logs of the technicians and make sure they have been submitted

Assist in Solidworks and AutoCAD prints as needed

Run reports like Where Used, Material Requirements, Cost Projection, and Stock Status

Meet scheduled deadlines

Continuously review ways to make the department more efficient and more accurate

Position Requirements:

• High School Degree required
• Five years of experience working with mechanical systems
• 2 years of experience supervising others
• Experience in AutoCAD & SolidWorks
• Have a good understanding of the manufacturing software, and able to navigate efficiently for information

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Good understanding of engineering functions and engineering drawings
• Experience working with Excel, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, & Windows
• Good verbal and written communications skills
• Self-motivated, who can work effectively with minimal supervision
• Results driven and action oriented
• Experience with Business Software
• Work well with team members and co-workers

Wage and Hours Information:

• Monday through Thursday, 10-hour days, and Fridays as needed
• Starting wage is $29.06 per hour
• Wage is dependent on your experience and skills set
• This position will report to the Engineering Manager

Meyer Mfg.'s Great Benefit Package Advancement and training opportunities offered. 401K retirement plan with 100% employer match up to 6%, annual profit sharing with a 12-year average of 8.8%, tuition reimbursement, paid time off -starts accruing the 1st day, personal time, and health insurance cost sharing, health savings accounts and voluntary Aflac/Beam options also available. Profit sharing not guaranteed.

You can also apply online at www.meyermfg.com/careers or in person at 674 West Bus. County Road A, Dorchester, WI. 715-654-5132.

Meyer Manufacturing’s mission is to “Provide Quality Equipment to Progressive Farmers”. Our products are engineered to meet the needs of our customers at competitive prices. The corporation’s highest priority is the fulfillment of customer expectations through top quality products and industry-leading support after the sale. Customer satisfaction is the most important measure of our achievement. Our market leadership depends upon customer’s success using our product. To that end:

• We will continually improve our products, systems and service while simultaneously containing costs
• We will respond quickly to customer needs by designing and manufacturing products of the highest quality and best value
• We will provide an environment where individuals benefit from education, teamwork, self-improvement, and the opportunity for advancement
• We will encourage new ideas and concepts, and will support changes, which add value for our customers and the company
• Customers, employees, and suppliers can depend on us to maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $29.06 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 48 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to Relocate:

• Dorchester, WI 54425: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person