Manufacturing Engineer at Condair

Condair Group, founded in 1948 and based in Switzerland is the global leader in humidification, dehumidification and evaporative cooling. Supported by science, we engineer individual, holistic solutions that customers can trust through the entire lifecycle. With optimal humidity, we increase productivity and create healthier built environments. Condair Group has production sites in Europe, North America and China, its own sales and service organizations in 23 countries, and representatives in 50 locations worldwide.

As we expand into the greater Richmond, Virginia region we will be seeking motivated, skilled people to join our team. Come enhance your career today!

Learn more about us: www.condairgroup.com

Purpose of Role

As a Manufacturing Engineer you will be responsible for supporting safety, quality, cost and productivity for daily operations of various manufacturing processes, equipment, and departments across the facility.Additionally, the role will lead or support planning, organizing, implementing, and management of both process and capital initiatives as assigned. The Manufacturing Engineer may be asked to provide report materials, studies and analysis as necessary to communicate both to upper management as well as floor level members of the organization. The Manufacturing Engineer will also support operational and transportational analysis, continuous process improvements, engineered labour standards (ELS) updates, warehouse management system configuration as well as facility and capacity planning support as required to ensure the successful implementation of any assigned activities. Prioritization of safety, quality, productivity, cost, and regulatory requirements are critical to success in this role.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support development of standard work documentation for any new processes or equipment created as a result of project activity

• Develop, maintain and support process control systems and documentation

• Demonstrate innovation in developing new manufacturing techniques and equipment

• Read and interpret technical drawings and schematics relative to both product, equipment and facilities

• Assess and optimize processes design and manufacturing equipment within the facility to support business needs

• Communicate effectively to members of both the plant and executive leadership of the organization

• Manage large-scale material handling, equipment, facility development and improvement projects from conception through startup to ensure on time, under budget and performance objective results are met

• Develop efficient layouts, workstations, and material handling systems for new and existing facilities

• Own, lead, & execute key areas of: Manufacturing process design, Line layout, implement lean manufacturing concepts

• Hands on approach to process development, time studies and analyze data to improve efficiency as well as ergonomic analysis of processes for safety

• Develop sketches, engineering drawings and common computations for components and designs as required

• Structured problem solving and root cause analysis in support of continuous improvement

• Develop FMEA (failure mode effects analysis) in support of process documentation and design as required

• Provide and deliver project status reports as required

• Support all equipment and process efficiency goals and objectives

• Support budget reporting and maintenance

• Support multiple departments, operations and special projects

• Adhere to Condair's Quality program. An employee in this position must focus on customers' expectations, prevent problems, and strive for continuous improvement resulting in improved results for themselves, customers, and other employees

• Strict adherence to Condair's Health and Safety policies, rules, and regulations is required. An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention
  

Professional Skills, Qualifications, and Competencies:

• Education and Experience: Bachelor of Science or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or similar, Engineering major required, Six Sigma & Lean Manufacturing trained preferred, Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing role, Experience with Statistical Analysis and Operations Research an asset

• Language Skills: Possess excellent oral and written communication skills in English with ability to advocate for and present recommendations to senior leadership

• Ability to Reason: Be able to function in a fast-paced office, manufacturing, and warehouse environment in a professional manner, Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as cross departmental, Experience leading or supporting capital activity

• Computer Skills: Strong knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Project. Knowledge of Solidworks and Autocad is required.

• Other: Ability to work additional hours as required in support of a project assignment

Benefits:

• Medical benefits

• Dental benefits

• Vision benefits

• Long-term disability insurance

• Short-term disability insurance

• Life insurance/AD&D

• 401K

• Paid vacation

• Paid sick leave

Personal Characteristics

Teamwork

• Balances team and individual responsibilities

• Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views

• Gives and welcomes feedback

• Offers to help others to achieve common goals

Drive

• Exhibits a drive to do all work required to achieve success

• Aims to do the right thing without being told

Ethics

• Works with integrity and strong morals/ethics ​

Professionalism

• Approaches others in a tactful manner

• Reacts well under pressure and follows through on commitments

• Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their position

• Accepts responsibility for own actions and asks for help when needed

Safety

• Observes safety and security procedures

• Uses equipment and materials properly and as instructed

Dependability

• Is consistently at work and on time and completes work in a timely manner

• Able to deal with change, delays, and unexpected events

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