Manufacturing Engineer I

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SSP is the largest single-site, vertically integrated supplier of fittings, valves, and tubing systems in the industry. For 100 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in innovation and manufacturing. As a third generation, privately owned company, our mission is clear: to build trust with our customers while investing in our most valuable asset—our associates.

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Summary/Objective

· The primary responsibility is to create, administer, maintain and audit manufacturing routings and related ERP/MRP manufacturing data. Most of the position's workload is devoted to routing accuracy, engineering change implementation and controlled manufacturing documentation.

· Provide technical support to Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Planning and Quality to resolve routing and manufacturing data issues.

· Support broader manufacturing engineering work, including troubleshooting, tooling design, CAD/CAM and process improvement, as needed and as time permits. ERP/MRP and routing responsibilities take precedence unless otherwise directed by supervision.

Essential Functions

Primary ERP and Routing Responsibilities

· Create, revise and administer manufacturing routings in ERP/MRP, including operation sequences, machines/work centers, setup requirements, tooling references, outside processing, inspection steps and manufacturing instructions.

· Review engineering drawings, specifications, bills of material and engineering changes to determine routing impacts and implement required updates.

· Enter, maintain and audit ERP/MRP manufacturing master data related to part routings, operations, work centers, setup and cycle times, process notes and document references.

· Work with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations to establish and verify setup and cycle-time standards and ensure routing data supports planning, scheduling and costing.

· Audit existing routings against approved manufacturing practices, current drawings and quality requirements; coordinate corrections through the required review and approval process.

· Create and maintain work instructions, standard work, process sheets and forms that support accurate routings and production execution.

· Coordinate routing and documentation changes with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Planning, Purchasing and Operations; maintain revision history and required approvals.

· Establish initial routings and manufacturing records for new parts with appropriate subject-matter experts; update routings for approved equipment, tooling, material, process, supplier and work-center changes.

· Research and resolve missing, unclear or inaccurate routings and manufacturing data; verify that shop orders and travelers reflect the correct operation sequence and instructions.

· Track routing requests and changes, maintain accurate records in accordance with document-control and ISO requirements, and complete updates according to production priorities.

· Support users with manufacturing-related ERP/MRP questions and improve data accuracy, standardization and routing administration using Lean/Continuous Improvement methods.

Secondary Manufacturing Engineering Responsibilities

Perform the following as needed and as time permits, based on workload and priorities established by supervision. These assignments are secondary to ERP/MRP and routing responsibilities and are performed within the employee's training and experience.

· Assist shop floor personnel with troubleshooting tooling, processes, equipment, setups and assembly/testing issues.

· Analyze manufacturing, assembly and testing processes; help identify root causes of nonconformance and improve quality, machine capability and cost.

· Use CAD modeling, detailed 2D drawings and engineering calculations to assist with the design or modification of cutting tools, dies, gages, fixtures, equipment and automation.

· Assist with CAM programming for CNC equipment as assigned.

· Use available metrology tools to measure and evaluate tooling, dies, fixtures and gages.

· Assist with selection of materials, heat treatments and coatings for tooling and equipment based on mechanical and physical properties.

· Support time studies, equipment and tool performance tracking, supplier evaluations and Lean/Continuous Improvement projects; document approved improvements in standard work.

General Responsibilities

· Adhere to all SSP safety policies, ISO procedures and document-control requirements.

· Perform other duties or assignments as directed by supervision, consistent with established work priorities.

Competencies

· Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

· Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, manufacturing databases and accurate technical data entry.

· Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and bills of material.

· Working knowledge of manufacturing routings, operation sequences, work centers, outside processes and inspection steps.

· Basic proficiency with CAD or technical drawing-viewing software; CAD modeling and detailing skills preferred for secondary engineering assignments.

· Basic knowledge of machining, CNC manufacturing, assembly and inspection terminology and processes.

· Ability to maintain accurate technical records and controlled manufacturing documentation.

· Knowledge of Quality ISO procedures, document control and Lean Standard Work.

· Maintains strong attention to detail and data accuracy.

· Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple documentation changes and priorities.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Works well individually and as part of a cross-functional team.

· Shows initiative, maintains a professional attitude and follows through on assigned work.

· Basic CAM programming, tooling design, metrology and materials knowledge preferred for secondary engineering assignments.

· Ability to perform manufacturing and engineering calculations using a calculator or software.

Work Environment

• Primarily office/computer work with periodic work in manufacturing and assembly areas.
• Exposure to machine oil and fluids.
• Manufacturing / shop environment with large power equipment cutting metal.
• Medium to heavy exposure to various machining fluids.
• Lifting and/or moving objects weighing up to 50 or more pounds.
• Working with and around sharp metal chips.
• May operate various power hand tools like drills, grinders, etc.
• Standing/walking in the production environment as needed for assigned work.

Entry Level Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree on Engineering Technology, or SME certification in CMfgE, or CMfgT, required. BSME or BSMET, preferred

· Training or certification in manufacturing, quality, ERP/MRP, drafting or Lean Manufacturing preferred.

Entry Level Experience

· 1 yr. in a manufacturing environment, or Co-op/internship.

· 1 yr. experience with manufacturing routings, ERP/MRP data, technical documentation or related clerical support, preferred.

· Experience reading engineering drawings, specifications and bills of material, preferred.

· Experience in a CNC machining, manufacturing or assembly environment, preferred.

· Experience with ISO document control, standard work or engineering change documentation, preferred.

· CAD modeling/detailing, tooling or fixture design, CAM programming or process improvement experience preferred for secondary assignments.