Manufacturing Engineer

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13673634 Summary/Objective: The Manufacturing Engineer position develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls; coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products. Essential Functions: - Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators. - Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors. - Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout. - Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes. - Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements. - Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. - Provides manufacturing engineering information by answering questions and requests. - Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations. - Keeps equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special service. - Maintains product and process data base by writing computer programs; entering data. - Completes design and development projects by training and guiding technicians. - Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. - Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.