Manufacturing Engineer

International Automotive Components

Manufacturing Engineer

Alma, MI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Process Development & Program Management

    • Develop and maintain process parameters across all program phases (pre-prototype through service).

    • Own BOM creation and updates, ensuring accuracy and alignment with engineering changes.

    • Track and manage tooling and capital budgets, providing timely updates to leadership.

    Equipment & Tooling

    • Lead equipment installation, certification, and run-off activities; escalate issues proactively.

    • Ensure tooling meets safety, ergonomics, and quality standards; oversee tool design reviews and builds.

    • Modify equipment/tooling as required to support engineering changes and production improvements.

    Quality & Continuous Improvement

    • Collaborate with Quality Engineers to integrate PFMEA, Control Plans, and error-proofing into robust manufacturing systems.

    • Drive scrap reduction, OEE improvements, and corrective actions through root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

    • Ensure compliance with APQP documentation standards and customer requirements.

    Training & Support

    • Develop operator training programs, reference materials, and support resources to prepare teams for launch.

    • Ensure successful execution of Run at Rates, PSOs, HVPTs, and related launch milestones.

    Cross-functional Collaboration

    • Act as central communication point between plant, corporate, and customer stakeholders.

    • Support other programs during critical stages or issue resolution.

    • Develop optimized cell layouts for material flow and ergonomics.

    Documentation & Tracking

    • Maintain equipment records and databases; track material usage during trials and prototypes.

    • Document and update process flows and operator standard work instructions.

    Requirements/ Qualifications :

    • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline

    • 3 to 5 years' experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering related to an automotive industry

    • Interior Components/Assembly/Injection Molding preferred

    • Strong written and verbal communications skills

    • Proficient PC skills – MS Office, MS Project, and WEB based software.

    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills