We are looking to fill a full time ENTRY LEVEL Mechanical Engineer position with a manufacturer located in the area of Franklin/Bowling Green, KY. Salary Range: $70,000 per year. No relocation assistance for entry level candidates. Must Haves: • · BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering is required to apply. Will not accept Mech. Engr. Technology degree • · Must be able to commute or relocate at your own expense. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: · Evaluate and manage capital and kaizen projects in a time-critical environment. · Provide analysis, evaluation and review of problems regarding automation, advanced methods and equipment, material handling, layout and material flow. · Provide alternative solutions to anticipated or actual technical and/or business related manufacturing problems. · Develop safeguards and improve team member safety through process improvements. · Provide training to production and maintenance team members. · Provide trouble shooting assistance to production and maintenance team members. · Develop new equipment specifications, tooling and other associated requirements. · Design new equipment or redesign existing equipment, and coordinate its fabrication, assembly, installation, and startup as needed. · Provide daily leadership to hourly maintenance personnel · Maintain all mechanical functions of plant processes · Actively and aggressively support 6S policies and procedures · Support the Production Dept. to assure processes, fixtures, inspection gauges, and tooling are designed, manufactured and delivered on time and within budget to meet production demands. · Prepare equipment and/or tooling designs as required to meet production needs. · Collect data from production documents daily or as needed. · Compare collected data to the standards and analyze for improvements. · Compare the collected data to production reports and analyze discrepancies. · Organize and report data weekly/monthly/yearly. · Measure OEE (Operating Equipment Efficiency) as required. · Identify and quantify opportunities for improvements. · Recommend and implement improvements. · Respond to emergency failures as needed. · Actively support 6S policies and practices. · Support new equipment installations as required and develop spare parts lists. · Coordinate forklift and company vehicle maintenance. · Support the Maintenance Dept. and Supervisor to assure the maintenance systems are being followed properly. · Develop new and/or improve maintenance systems. · Assist with budget preparations for production and maintenance by identifying equipment and tooling needs and developing cost estimates. · Collect maintenance related data from the documents daily. · 3D modeling experience (Solidworks) Preferred · Design tooling and verify line startup for new part numbers and capabilities · Communicate with sales and product design team · Develop new products from initial quoting through production lifespan Education and Work Experience Requirements: · B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering · Thorough knowledge of machine design, Solidworks, tooling, machine installation & developing PFEMA. · Microsoft office skills · Training or working knowledge of statistical analysis processes · Ability to interpret data and engineering drawings · Must have strong organizational and time management skills · Must have good verbal and written communication and team building skills · Must have strong problem solving skills · Strong work ethic · TPS · TPM · 5S · Autonomous Maintenance · Root Cause Analysis · Cost justification analysis · SolidWorks · Continuous improvement techniques · Pokayoke
See More Details >>Overview We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Maintenance Person to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical background and be adept at troubleshooting and maintaining various systems and equipment. This role requires a proactive approach to ensuring the functionality and safety of our facilities, as well as providing excellent customer service when interacting with staff and clients. Responsibilities • Perform routine maintenance on equipment and machinery to ensure optimal performance. • Troubleshoot electrical systems, including logic controllers, to identify and resolve issues. • Conduct repairs on mechanical systems, utilizing knowledge of schematics and mechanical principles. • Supervise maintenance projects and coordinate with other team members to ensure timely completion. • Utilize tools such as an ohmmeter for testing electrical components. • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs performed. • Provide exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and concerns from staff or clients regarding maintenance issues. • Ensure compliance with safety regulations while performing maintenance tasks. Skills • Strong mechanical knowledge with experience in troubleshooting various systems. • Proficiency in electrical work, including experience with logic controllers. • Ability to read and interpret schematics effectively. • Experience in welding is a plus. • Excellent customer service skills to interact positively with staff and clients. • Proficient in English, both written and verbal communication. • Familiarity with using an ohmmeter for electrical testing purposes. • Strong supervisory skills to lead maintenance projects effectively. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for maintenance work, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in maintaining a safe and efficient environment! Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $13.78 - $17.05 per hour Benefits: • Employee discount • Flexible schedule Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Holidays • Monday to Friday • Weekends as needed Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Position: Electrical Engineer (in KY) Job Description Job Description We are looking to fill a full-time Electrical Engineer position with an automotive supplier located in the area of Bowling Green / Franklin, KY. Will consider recent graduates. Salary Range: $68k to $72k DOE. No relocation. Must relocate at your own expense. Great Benefits. Job Description: Support manufacturing through design and implementation of automation solutions to increase efficiency, ensure quality and minimize scrap. Serve as a technical resource for the manufacturing business units. Support the engineering department with assistance on capital projects as needed. Support the Maintenance Department with PM activities and function as a technical resource, whenever required. Support the plant’s ongoing Continuous Improvement efforts, as necessary. Qualifications: • · B.S. in Electrical Engineering required • · 1+ years of hands on automotive manufacturing work experience is desired. • · Must have hands on work experience with all common electrical diagnostic equipment: meters, scopes, testers, etc., in addition to practical experience with low voltage power distribution and electrical/electronic/electro-mechanical control principles. Proficiency with PLC programming in a manufacturing environment is required. Experience with Mitsubishi PLC hardware/software, Mitsubishi touchscreens/software, and Motoman robots is highly desirable. Skills: • · Technical • · Troubleshooting Ability • · PLC Programming • · HMI Programming • · Electrical Controls Design • · AutoCAD Proficiency • · Root Cause Analysis • · Mistake proofing • · Cost justification • · Proficiency with common software (MS Excel, Word, Access, etc.) #J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Clarksville, KY, often begins with an apprenticeship that blends practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 3,941 mechanical trade professionals in Clarksville, KY, with wages averaging around $783 per week. Trade schools, unions, and various platforms offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $40,000 annually for experienced professionals.
