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Manufacturing Engineer -Assembly

Location: 

Wadesboro, NC, US, 28170

Requisition ID:  1609

Job Summary/Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer- Assembly is an essential position on the plant operations team and will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing assembly operations for engineered-to-order hoists and cranes.  This role involves ensuring efficient production processes, maintaining high-quality standards, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.  The Manufacturing Engineer must also ensure equipment and tooling are developed and maintained per engineering and customer specifications. This position also must create and update routings through time studies to support the plant master production schedule.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assembly Operations: Oversee the assembly of hoists and cranes, ensuring adherence to engineering specifications and quality standards.

Process Optimization: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.

Technical Support: Provide technical guidance and support to assembly teams, troubleshooting issues and ensuring smooth operations.

Quality Assurance: Develop and maintain quality control procedures to ensure products meet or exceed customer expectations.

Project Management: Manage projects related to assembly operations, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.

Documentation: Maintain accurate documentation of assembly processes, procedures, and quality control measures.

Collaboration: Work closely with design, production, and quality teams to ensure seamless integration of engineering changes and new product introductions.

Safety Compliance: Ensure all assembly operations comply with safety regulations and company policies.  Help to facilitate and promote safety throughout the facility.

Identify, lead, manage, and contribute to projects which include design, development, rebuilding, cost savings, and continuous improvements.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

  • Working knowledge of ERP and MRP software (AS/400 experience strongly preferred).
  • Knowledge of basic statistics.
  • Familiar with Root Cause and Preventive Action methods.
  • Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience.
  • Ability to apply concepts in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, physics, hydraulics and pneumatics.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as engineering drawings/prints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  •  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before customers or employees of organization.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing field preferred. Associate degree and 3+ years’ experience or in lieu of formal education, 7+ years’ experience in manufacturing engineering field considered.
  • Ability to use MRP, SolidWorks and PDM.

About Columbus McKinnon:

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials.  Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems.  We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how.  Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes.  We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.


Nearest Major Market: Charlotte

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