Eastridge Workforce Solutions is partnering with a leading global designer and manufacturer of pool technology in their search for a Manufacturing Engineer. Our Nashville, TN client delivers exceptional products, outstanding service and innovative solutions to transform the experience of water. For immediate consideration for this Direct Hire Role, apply today.

Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes in the plant. Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods and work standards. Defines "best practice" for the shop floor. Analyzes and plans workforce utilization, space requirements, workflow, and designs manufacturing layout of equipment and workplace for maximum efficiency, safety, and ergonomic condition. Uses “Lean” manufacturing processes and is available for events as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods and standards by studying product requirements, researching, and designing, modifying, and testing.
• Analyzes, improves and plans workforce utilization, space requirements, equipment layout, and workflow to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Confers with planning and design staff concerning product and tooling to ensure efficient production methods that support design-for-automation.
• Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Confer with management, engineering and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends.
• Keeps equipment operational by using the manufacturer’s instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications and establishing personal networks.
• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• Participate in Kaizen events to ensure continuous process improvement.
• Contributes to cross-functional team effort.
• Participates with internal groups including Product Management, Supply Chain, Quality, Productions, Accounting and Operations.
• Performs a variety of complicated tasks.
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures within OSHA guidelines.
• Should be able to apply all concepts from a four-year Engineering/Engineering Technology Program.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. 
• Ability to effectively present information to management, engineers, vendors and assembly line Supervisors and workers.  

Education / Experience:

• B.S. degree from a four-year college or university, in Industrial Engineering/Mechanical Engineering.
• 8+ years related manufacturing experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferably in the areas of sheet metal, heat exchanger, or assembly manufacturing.
• Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes, Lotus 1-2-3, AS/400, CAD, and proficiency with MRP/SPC desired.

Benefits: Use this link bit.ly/2023-Benefits to learn more about benefits available to Eastridge’s temporary employees. From time to time Eastridge’s clients may offer additional benefits to Eastridge employees while on assignment. Information about those benefits will be communicated when applicable.

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants.

We value diverse experiences, including prior contact with the criminal legal system, and applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. Certain clients require Eastridge to perform background checks and Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds.

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