ATCO Products is an IATF16949/ISO9001 Certified tubing/hose assembly manufacturer of high-quality automotive and heavy-duty truck components and assemblies. Both original equipment suppliers and aftermarket customers have relied on ATCO Products to meet their OE production components and in/out of warranty service and parts requirements for more than 50 years.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As the Manufacturing Engineer you will Initiate improvements to current manufacturing methods by utilizing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques, as well as perform various design/drafting activities such as creating and updating ATCO’s product drawings, fixtures, tooling, and gages.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participates in new product introduction activities, providing feedback based on current manufacturing methods and improvements.
• Creates conceptual designs for fixtures, gages, etc., and makes appropriate changes in manufacturing drawings using 3D CAD modeling software (SolidWorks).
• Participates in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities to ensure successful product launch.
• Initiates improvements in current manufacturing methods and processes.
• Interacts with customers to provide input on product designs based on plant capability.

• Recommends plant equipment acquisitions (upgrades or replacement) using process information to validate savings, corrections and ROI.
• Develop procedures and work instructions to establish consistent, high-quality manufacturing processes.

• Works in a planned and organized manner on all assignments, activities, and projects.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering discipline BSME, BSIE, and a minimum of 2 years of relevant engineering work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience evaluating and troubleshooting manufacturing process and machinery.
• Previous experience using risk management tools such as PFMEAs or other means.
• Experience with Kaizen and other methods for process improvements.
• Previous experience using SolidWorks or other similar CAD design software.
• Must have good communication skills and comfortable working within a team of engineers and production personnel
• Ability to adapt and respond quickly to changing work situations
• Lean management skills
• Familiarity with mechanical processes in a manufacturing environment, including industrial equipment.
• Strong organization and project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing this job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and move up to, but not limited to, 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Up to 10% of the time.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• Strong self-starter
• Proficient personal computer and systems software skills to accomplish word processing, worksheets, and data input.
• A positive approach to work.
• A demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment, take the initiative, and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A fondness for talking with people and building relationships.
• Ability to make recommendations to effectively resolve problems by using judgment consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulations, or government law.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of internal and external professionals.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.