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Akebono Brake Corporation Manufacturing Engineer in Glasgow, Kentucky

Purpose/Summary

Provides Advanced Engineering Support to Manufacturing.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Responsibilities shall include but not limited to:

  • Provide support to the Business Unit Engineering & maintenance teams to assist with trouble shooting and elimination of chronic maintenance items.

  • Plans, designs and analyzes manufacturing processes for facility.

  • Maximizes efficiency by optimization of layout of equipment, workflow & assembly methods.

  • Determines the parts, equipment, tools and processes needed in order to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specifications.

  • Lead continuous improvement projects in the following fields:

  • Equipment uptime

  • Changeover time reductions

  • Plan and manage improvement projects by doing the following: 

  • Cost justify projects

  • Work with line support to implement project

  • Develop budget and ensure adherence to budget

  • Develop project timeline and ensure adherence to schedule

  • Develop, maintain, and improve production operations.

  • Since our business is going to change to meet the needs of our customers, you can expect, anticipate and assume your job will have changes.

    Education and/or Experience (minimum required for the position)

  • Requires Bachelor’s degree or 4 years equivalent work related experience in an applicable discipline of engineering.

     

     

    Essential Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Knowledge of Engineering Systems and Methods in Manufacturing.

  • Strong equipment troubleshooting skills. Electrical and Mechanical

  • Will act as a knowledge resource and guide for Engineering Technicians and Maintenance Technicians.

  • Working knowledge of PLC programming for the purpose of trouble shooting and process improvements. Mitsubishi and Siemens experience a plus

  • Experience with high volume operations.

  • Experience with designing part fixtures and tooling.

  • Basic knowledge of CAD software, AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar

  • Able to work with others in a team environment to achieve a common goal.

  • Able to coordinate and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. 

  • Proficient with MS Office products.

  • Experience in automotive industry, preferred.

     

    Supervisory Responsibilities

                None

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