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Manufacturing Engineering Lead

Franklin, MA 02038

Posted: 01/17/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm Job Category: Engineering Job Number: 628005 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description



Our Client is a global leader in providing innovative solutions and products for the polymer and plastics industry. With a commitment to quality and cutting-edge technology, we strive to enhance our customers’ processes and drive efficiency in their operations.

Position Overview: The Manufacturing Engineer Lead is responsible for overseeing the design, optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. This role focuses on improving production efficiency, product quality, and minimizing costs while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Process Development and Optimization: Design and implement new manufacturing processes, tools, and equipment. Continuously improve existing processes to enhance production efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Troubleshooting and Problem Solving: Address production challenges, including equipment malfunctions, quality issues, and delays. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve problems.
  • Project Management: Lead or assist in the planning and execution of manufacturing projects, including new product introductions, equipment upgrades, and facility improvements.
  • Data Analysis and Reporting: Collect, analyze, and report on production data to monitor efficiency, identify trends, and propose improvements. Use tools like Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and other methodologies to optimize workflows.
  • Equipment and Facility Support: Ensure that all manufacturing equipment is functioning properly. Coordinate with maintenance and operations teams to ensure uptime and minimize disruptions.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, quality, and production teams to ensure seamless integration of new products into manufacturing processes. Provide technical support for product design modifications.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate records of processes, equipment specifications, and process improvements. Ensure that documentation meets regulatory and company standards.
  • Compliance and Safety: Ensure that manufacturing processes comply with all safety, health, environmental, and quality regulations.

Qualifications:
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
Experience:
  • 5-7 years of experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
Skills:
    • Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software, PDM and Microsoft Office Suite.
    • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including laser and TIG welding and CNC machining.   Knowledge/experience working with electrical components and systems and soldering a plus.
    • Electromechanical assembly design/manufacturing experience including metrology methods and GD&T.
    • Automation experience a plus.
    • Proven track record of fixture and production cell design to accommodate novel processing techniques
    • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
    • Ability to analyze data and make decisions based on insights.
    • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
    • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
    • Willingness to embrace continuous learning and stay abreast of technological advancements in manufacturing, such as automation and robotics.
Preferred:
  • Familiarity with quality management systems (QMS) and regulatory standards such as ISO 9001 & 17025
  • Certification in Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing is a plus.
Work Environment:
  • On-site position in Franklin, MA, working closely with production teams and management.
  • Occasional travel to vendors or other facilities may be required.

The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the recruiter to ensure it’s from @theplanetforward.com - and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Forward.

Planet Forward and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at The Planet Group, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at The Planet Group.