The Manufacturing Engineer is an Engineering resource responsible for capital projects for new and existing business, new work center design, line automation, facility layout/flow and cost reduction initiatives. Manufacturing Engineer’s manage projects and coordinate them with appropriate personnel and input from operations, scheduling, quality, purchasing and sales to meet the company’s strategy goals. Their main focus is on projects that increase capacity, improve efficiency, and/or expand the company’s capabilities with respect to manufacturing. Responsibilities: • Plan, design, and manage implementation of large capital manufacturing projects • Present deliverables such as project scope, quotes, proposals, and ROI’s • Lead new equipment projects with external vendors comprising new processing techniques • Plan, design, and implement automation to new & existing work centers • Lead complex equipment moves related to facility restructuring • Improve the layout and flow of work centers using lean six sigma principles • Assist leadership in documenting future manufacturing plans / facility roadmap • Define capacity for new production lines • Work with the business units, scheduling, and operations to align production capacities with company goals and guide decisions for future investment • Work with technical services to accommodate new product designs into existing or new production capabilities Job Expectations: • Organize, plan, and execute approved engineering projects related to our manufacturing operations, equipment, and facilities. • Work based on project scopes and plans and communicate project requirements to stakeholders, with a communication plan for project milestones. • Coordinate with the various stakeholders and project members to get alignment on project plans and timelines, as well as approvals for stage-gates in projects. • Participate in trials, equipment/vendor/supplier visits, and plant installations/run-offs/pilot runs. • Keep key parties up to date with project status while it is in engineering and coordinate an effective hand-off plan to production. Job Expectation Guidelines: • Projects should have a charter and scope document for approval which lays out key project information, goals, stakeholders and stage gates up front. • Projects should be planned using appropriate management tools such as Gantt charts, planning software, etc. • Updates should be given according to the communication plan for each project Documentation: • Experimental work, data which is not digitized, and test observations should be recorded in an Engineering notebook and eventually summarized in a report for the project. • Standardization efforts requiring updated or new design standards, work instructions, process specifications, or material specifications are to be drafted in the standard STR formats. • If no standard instructions or specifications are available for an identified operation or process step during an audit or a project, generation of that instruction or specification document becomes a deliverable for the project and must be planned accordingly. Communications • Daily – Notify supervisor and involved parties of any major issues or changes in projects • Weekly – Lead manufacturing project stakeholder task update meetings, report on applicable manufacturing project progress at Engineering Weekly Print Meeting & Process Engineering Meeting. • Monthly – Report on applicable manufacturing project progress at Production Meeting, long term project reviews and project plan updates with timelines and detailed Gantt review at applicable Engineering Weekly Print Meetings & Process Engineering Meetings. • Requests – All requests (test, job, maintenance, purchasing) will flow through official controlled request forms and follow standard work instructions for communicating the request Experience and Key Skills Education: A bachelor’s degree in an engineering or physical sciences field such as Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical or Automation Engineering, Material Science, etc., or extensive direct work experience in a similar position. Key Skills: Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills, Communication and Presentation Skills, Superior Production System, Engineering Print/Drafting/Tolerancing Skills, Project Management Skills, Lean/TPS Knowledge, Basic Knowledge of Common Engineering and Manufacturing Materials and Methods (Iron, Steel, Aluminum, etc. and Machining), Understanding Major Production Processes Used In Our Industry. Summary Section Founded in 1964, Superior Tire & Rubber Corp. is a designer and manufacturer of polyurethane and rubber industrial components for the material handling, construction, agricultural, municipal, and mining industries. All Superior Tire & Rubber Corp.’s product offerings are proudly engineered and produced in the USA on state-of-the-art processing and machining equipment, overseen by quality management systems registered to ISO 9001. Superior Tire & Rubber Corp. also owns multiple patents on many innovative products that have become new industry standards. Superior Tire & Rubber Corporation Employees are eligible for the following benefits: § Off-shift Premium § Vacation, Paid Holidays, and Personal Days § Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance § Parental Leave § 401K § Tuition Reimbursement § Employee Assistance Program (EAP) § YMCA Memberships § Wellness Programs At Superior Tire and Rubber Corporation, we are an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected class. Our company makes all employment and advancement decisions based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.
See More Details >>There is an opening for a Manufacturing Engineer I (salary exempt position) based at the ENF Irvine Plant, however, from time to time you may be assigned to the Corry/Warren Plants. These job functions are not intended to be an all-encompassing list of duties: • Manufacturing process development and improvements • Standardizing work instructions and detailed control plans for semi-finished and finished parts • Manufacturing Evaluation and Optimization (Manufacturing Flow, Routings, Coordination with Tooling and Programming) • LEAN coordination and implementation throughout facility, focusing on set-up reduction, tooling and fixturing. • Gage identification, procurement, design and implementation • Facilitate the manufacturing design process, including design review and route review meetings. • Leading the contract review process for new item assessment and processing. • Working with sales to quote machining hours and tooling costs. • As well as any other duties and responsibilities as required from time to time to support the business needs. Regular attendance as scheduled is an essential function. MNIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Four-year BS Degree in a related Engineering discipline (preferred Mechanical or Industrial engineering degree), • 2 - 5 years of manufacturing experience. • Strong personal computer skills, including Microsoft office programs • Proficient with Solid Works modeling software and/or NX • Excellent problem solving and organizational skills • Must be results oriented with a strong desire to succeed, and be self-driven • Solid verbal and written communication skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with the following: • Machining or machine tools • Manufacturing planning • Metallurgy; including heat treatment and mechanical requirements • TOC Manufacturing concepts • Tooling experience Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/ females/veterans/individuals with disabilities /sexual orientation/gender identity.
See More Details >>Quality Engineer Position An exciting opportunity exists for Quality Engineers at Ellwood National Forge. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality standards in our manufacturing processes. • Develop and implement quality plans and manufacturing process plans to meet customer requirements. • Conduct sales order reviews to ensure quality requirements are met. • Lead preventative and corrective action efforts to improve overall quality. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and maintain quality procedures to ensure compliance with ISO Standards. • Conduct internal and external quality audits to identify areas for improvement. • Assist in the Test Lab and Inspection to ensure accuracy and reliability of dimensional inspection equipment. Requirements: • Bachelor's Degree in Quality Management, Engineering, or a technically related field. • Familiarity with ISO Standards and government/military specifications. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to work independently and as part of a team.
See More Details >>Becoming a mechanical tradesperson typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to four years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 mechanical engineers nationwide, with a significant presence in Pennsylvania, and projects an 11% job growth from 2023 to 2033. In Warren, PA, apprentices earn an average of $600 per week, with an annual overtime average of $2,960. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring mechanical tradespeople find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $80,000 annually for experienced professionals.
