Production Engineer Job in Macungie, United States

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Production Engineer Job Description

Position Description
Purpose/description
Ensure processes are developed and secured with the goal of meeting Manufacturing Engineering KPIs.  They will be responsible for safety, quality, delivery, and cost of the production process, as well as projects/staff and competence development. 

Core responsibilities

• Serve in a co-leadership role within a specialized area of assignment.  The individual follows the direction of Unit Manger – Manufacturing Engineering and coordinates the business plan with peers
• Establish and maintain the optimum production methods, standards, tooling and equipment for all assigned products and processes
• Establish and maintain accurate production standards using predetermined time tools
• Identify and correct Bill of Material and assembly instruction issues related with production
• Promote manufacturing safety and efficiency through implementation of method/process change, ergonomic application and safety awareness
• Lead and conduct kaizen improvement activities focused on safety, quality, and cost initiatives
• Drive the Focused Improvement and Work Place Organization pillars within the Volvo Production System
• Develop cost saving proposals and improve productivity
• Development of future engineering solutions to lowest possible cost and with flexibility for product and volume changes
• Analyse and recommend manufacturing processes, equipment, gauging, and tooling towards zero defects
• Assist with necessary counselling, training, and discipline to obtain the optimum effectiveness of the team
• Drive and master 5S principles throughout all activities

Production Engineer Job Requirements

Technical Competencies

• Proven ability to visualize future opportunities, plan action items and lead team towards successful completion of company objectives
• Problem Solving/Decision Making: Taking a well-ordered approach to solving problems and acting despite obstacles, resistance or ambiguity
• Excellent computer skills; proficient in Excel, Power Point and Word
• Extensive knowledge of engineering concepts, manufacturing, the product, production standards and efficiency optimization tools; process oriented
• Project management skills
• Proven ability to review and apply technical specifications and requirements to the assembly operation
• Possesses strong analytical skills and demonstrated focus on process and Lean Manufacturing concepts

• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to manage change
• Proven ability to react to issues impacting production with a sense of urgency, promptly assessing the issue and developing a feasible action plan and following it through to successful completion
• Experience in a team-based environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Bachelor degree in Engineering
• Preferred:  5-7 years of manufacturing experience or equivalent with a focus on engineering and production
• Establish and maintain the optimum production methods, standards, tooling and equipment for all assigned products and processes
• Establish and maintain accurate production standards using predetermined time tools
• Identify and correct Bill of Material and assembly instruction issues related with production

Production Engineer Application Information

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About us
Volvo Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s engines and transmissions, as well as all production of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks. The organization is responsible for spare parts supplies to the Group's customers as well as for designing, operating and optimizing logistics and supply chain for all brands, production facilities and distribution centers where the Volvo Group operates.

In Volvo Group Trucks Operations you will be part of a diverse team of highly skilled professionals who work with passion, trust and embrace change to stay ahead. We make our customers win.

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