Duties and responsibilities

Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods. If necessary provide technical assistance for repair. Plans and implements cost effective improvements in production procedures, workpiece fixturing, tooling, line layout, and automation in close relationship with production. Trains and develops operators to ensure the production of quality components to customer requirements. Performs engineering studies to determine the need for new, replacement, or modification of machinery or equipment on a project needed basis. Communicates with machine manufacturers to resolve technical problems. Assists and/or generates drawings for special fixtures or devices. Generates drawings for changes to electrical circuits. Updates drawings and documentations of changes. Informs Maintenance Department if changes impact spare parts inventory. Provides assistance for the development of a planned maintenance program. Performs special projects that require engineering analysis. Observes and consults with other departments in areas of quality and safety. Creates machine specifications for new equipment. Coordinates new equipment purchases, pre & final acceptance runoffs and assist in production start-ups. Approves any electrical changes to all production machinery. Directs and actively involves representatives from all affected areas during the initial process potential FMEA process. Maintains and provides a safe work area and work in a safe manner. Submits suggestions for improvements.