Manufacturing Engineer
About the Role
DSJ Global is partnered with a leading manufacturer in the wire and cable space seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join their dynamic engineering team. In this role, you'll lead process improvements, troubleshoot production challenges, and contribute to the development of innovative manufacturing solutions. You'll work under the guidance of the Engineering Manager or a senior engineer, collaborating across departments to drive efficiency and quality.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a Technical field
OR - Meets the qualifications of an Associate Engineer
- 6+ years of experience in wire and cable manufacturing
- No license or certification required
Key Responsibilities
- Lead small-scale process development and improvement initiatives
- Provide hands-on troubleshooting and technical support for manufacturing processes
- Identify and propose improvement projects
- Demonstrate understanding of cable electrical performance
- Exhibit deep expertise in at least one manufacturing process at the plant
- Develop standardized documentation and conduct training
- Coordinate and execute trials in compliance with the plant's Quality System
- Design and perform equipment qualification trials
- Assist in maintaining process sheets, BOMs, and product builds
- Participate in plant improvement teams and events
Professional Skills
- Strong collaboration across departments
- Positive attitude and customer-focused mindset
- Respectful and team-oriented communication
- Initiative, creativity, and effective problem-solving
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to shifting priorities
Work Breakdown
- 45% - Troubleshooting and responding to manufacturing needs
- 15% - Maintaining process sheets and recipes
- 15% - Maintaining BOMs and product builds
- 10% - Coordinating and conducting trials
- 10% - Supporting engineering projects
- 5% - Performing improvement audits
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