Senior Manufacturing Line Engineer
Altra Industrial Motion Corp.

Job Info

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The Senior Line Engineer will be responsible for leading process improvements in the manufacturing cells associated with the DC, AC, Machine Shop, and SK production lines. He/she will maintain reliable and safe manufacturing processes to ensure maximized product throughput and yield. He/she will be responsible for the process flow and documentation of standard work as well as the design & validation of new tools, fixtures and machines. The Line Engineer will have full ownership for specific manufacturing process(es). In addition, he/she will lead and supervise lean initiatives governed by the Altra Business System.

This position is located in West Chester, PA.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Along with those identified below, other duties may be assigned.

Acts as PRIMARY OWNER for technical questions and challenges from operators

Answers process related questions promptly

Reacts quickly to initial quality, tooling, and equipment issues to keep cells running

Lead DAILY MANAGEMENT to drive Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory and Productivity performance in area of responsibility

Collects and compiles data for cell level SQDIP (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity)

Establishes regular communication of data to associates and affected persons

Create action plan and executes to drives action to successfully meet goals.

Performs ROOT CAUSE & COUNTERMEASURE analysis (RCCM's) of internal quality issues

Collects and receives first signals of potential defective product in area of ownership, troubleshoots, and provides feedback to operators on initial disposition.

Performs MRB (Material Review Board) daily. Identify plan for disposition/rework/salvage of defective parts originating in area of ownership.

Submits deviation and Engineering Change Order requests as needed

Works closely with Quality Team on external returns (RMA's) including analysis related to defects originating in area of ownership, both determination of root cause and implementation of countermeasures

Performs basic TROUBLESHOOTING / REPAIRS of EQUIPMENT in area of ownership

Perform initial mechanical and electrical troubleshooting to determine root cause of equipment failures

Assists Maintenance with minor repairs and troubleshooting of equipment. Escalate to Maintenance staff as required.

Ensure Equipment Preventative Maintenance is performed in a timely manner.

Ensure calibration/validation are completed.

Conducts PROCESS IMPROVEMENT activities

Ensure repeatability and reproducibility of processes, testing, and measurement and analytical equipment.

Specifies manufacturing methods and part routings

Performs time studies or observe/capture standard work

Participate and conduct standard work (SW), Variation Reduction Kaizen (VRK), as well as other Kaizen activities to improve stability of processes.

Specifies and orders tooling and equipment

Designs and documents fixturing and tools using Solidwork software

Focus on sustainable, long-term success of processes

Maintains DOCUMENTATION related to part routings, work instructions and inspection

Creates/updates Process Documentation for areas of ownership - Routers, OMS, MP, QSB

Compiles and write training material and conduct training/coaching sessions on quality control and manufacturing activities.

Supports NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT as needed.

Job Requirements

KEY CHARACTERISTICS / QUALIFICATIONS:

• High sense of urgency and results driven
• Strong written, verbal and computer skills
• Ability to work in a cross functional environment
• Familiarity with various manufacturing equipment and processes (laser welding, transfer molding)
• Working knowledge of inspection and measurement tools (CMM, Caliper, Micrometer, Gages)
• Familiarity with documentation and process control
• Demonstrated proficiency in time and project management

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Undergraduate degree in Mechanical/ Industrial Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience.
• A strong understanding of quality systems and other process improvement tools.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing / Problem Solving tools is preferred
• Experience with QS and ISO requirements is preferred.

EEO Statement: The company in which you have expressed employment interest is a subsidiary or affiliate of Altra Industrial Motion Corp. The subsidiary or affiliate is referred to as an ""Altra Company."" Altra Industrial Motion Corp. and all Altra Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. The ""EEO is the Law"" poster is available at: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. If you have a disability and need assistance accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request assistance by sending an email to assistance@altramotion.com.

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