Manufacturing Engineer
at our site in Waverly
MAKING.MOBILITY.SAFE.
Many car manufacturers today have complex structural parts for the body-in-white made in hybrid design - Combinations of steel-aluminum or metal-plastic - developed by us and manufactured worldwide. A global production network with the core technologies of forming, joining, lightweight construction and surface treatment ensures uniform manufacturing and production standards. Products such as crash management systems, front-end frames and cross-members are assembled into a wide variety of components in JIT plants in close proximity to customers.
The family-owned company, which has existed since 1785, is part of today's KIRCHHOFF Group, which is made up of the Automotive, Ecotec, Mobility and WITTE Tools divisions. With more than 8,100 employees and 27 production plants in 11 countries, KIRCHHOFF Automotive represents the largest division in the group.
Your Tasks
Qualifications
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive stampings, welding, mechanical and modular assemblies
Skills (language, technical, computer etc.) Skills – What skills are required to perform the work?
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate, lead and build/maintain relationships
• Sound computer skills, e.g. MS Word, Excel, Project, Cad Key, GroupWise
• Ability to deal with conflict and/or resistance
• Effective use of problem solving and decision making skills
• Ability to analyze information received from a variety of sources and provide recommendations
Knowledge – What knowledge of methods, procedures, equipment/technology are required?
• Rules, regulations and applicable legislation governing environmental regulations
• Thorough knowledge of TS 16949/ISO 14001, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Ergonomics, Time Studies, Robotics and Industrial Relations
• Knowledge of welding processes including projection, mig and laser
• Ability to read and interpret blue print drawings
• Sound understanding of Geometric Dimensioning + Tolerancing
Judgment – Exercises judgment re:
• Handling various types of personalities when facilitating a Continuous Improvement team to achieve optimum success of project.
• Ability to identify improvement opportunities that contribute to quality and cost while still meeting customer requirements.
Accountability – Is accountable in areas of:
• Responsible for meeting budget parameters determined for each project associated with the purchasing of new equipment.
• Accountable for meeting established project timelines.
• Maintain and update required documents in compliance with TS 16949 standards.
Contacts – Establishes/maintains relationships:
· Members of senior management and employees at all levels within the organization
· Customers
· Suppliers of assembly and manufacturing equipment
Education
• College Diploma or University Degree in Engineering – Manufacturing (preferred) Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical or Robotic
Competencies - For definitions & proficiency levels, please refer to the Catalogue of Competencies
Core Competencies
Communication
Customer Orientation
Passion for Excellence
Willingness to Learn
Position Competencies
Creativity
Initiative and Drive
Planning and Organization
Teamwork
Lean
• Understanding and use of relevant KAPS methods and tools in all processes, and adherence to applicable KAPS standards.
• Understanding and use of the applicable Shopfloor and Office Management pillars and standards, and active participation in all applicable Shopfloor and Office Management meetings and activities.
• Understanding and use of the KIRCHHOFF Behaviors in the daily relationship with other colleagues, customers and suppliers.
• Understanding, support and participation in all tasks, trainings and development topics that will drive KIRCHHOFF towards Lean Excellence.
Safety
Employee Responsibilities
All employees are responsible for:
• Complying with Company and legal requirements, following safe work practices, and contributing to a positive health and safety culture.
• Identifying, communicating, and correcting hazards within their ability and authority to protect themselves, co-workers, or other persons at our facilities.
• Taking positive steps to achieve a state of health consistent with the demands of his/her occupation.
Your Profile
Responsibilities
• Investigates/implements improvements to facet of manufacturing/production.
• Participates on any project teams as a team member or leader and provides the team with expertise, direction and advice. Responsible as a team leader to manage the projects by documenting each meeting, establishing timelines, goals, objectives and working within budget parameters.
• Monitors the progress of jobs being performed by vendor(s), Tool and/or Maintenance room and provides direction as necessary.
• Facilitate training sessions to internal employees on an as needed basis (may include welding, robotics, PLC)
• Responsible for documenting current projects e.g. cost, quotes, pay back, timelines, goals, etc. and provides information to management.
• Co-ordinates the implementation of ECN’s (Engineering Change Notices), internally or customer driven.
• Responsible for updating and product related documentation, e.g. set-up and operator instruction sheets, etc. and providing operator training as required. Assists operators in trouble shooting issues related to new equipment and provides recommendations on corrective action to prevent reoccurrence.
• Deals with customers on continuous improvement activities directly related to part/component Waverly is manufacturing.
• Train maintenance employees on how to maintain equipment and follow procedures when trouble-shooting for equipment related to the Continuous Improvement projects.
• Works co-operatively with Program Manager on new product launches to develop the budget and equipment acquisition when requested.
• Team member on various Continuous Improvement teams within the organization.
• Any other reasonable request made by management.
• Contributes to a safe, clean and comfortable work environment that complements the Occupational Health and Safety Act by ensuring the principles of the 5S discipline (simplify, separate, sanitize, standardize and support) are supported and adhered to.
• Ensures he/she is in full compliance with federal laws and/or any other state, while representing Waverly or during the use of any Waverly provided equipment.
Your Benefits
"The small town of Waverly, with around 5,000 inhabitants, is in Pike County, Ohio. The town was founded in 1829 when the construction of the Ohio and Erie Canal along the west bank of the Scioto River brought new growth to the area.
The Civil War, the Great Depression, and the Industrial Age all left their mark on Pike County. A picturesque afternoon trip brings the visitor to historic places of interest, from the Governor Lucas Mansion to the Eager Inn dating back to 1797, as well as Ohio’s “Most Perfect Tree”.
The Eager Inn was the first stone inn built in Ohio to support overland travel and was built along the Zane Trace trail around 1797. Serving as an inn until 1870, today it acts as a historic testimony to the thriving trade between Chillicothe, Ohio, and Maysville, Kentucky.
Waverly offers a variety of recreational activities. In the right season, you can walk around, sail on, or swim in Lake White, or play golf on the Pike Lake State Park championship course. The Scioto Trail State Forest is made up of over 42 km of well-developed trails, which can be used by horse riders, walkers, or mountain bikers. In the middle of the Forest you will find the 100-hectare Scioto Trail State Park with two large lakes, a campground, two primitive camping areas, various picnic sites, trails, and a sledging hill."
Your contact
Bill Condo MBA, SPHR
Plant Human Resource Manager
KIRCHHOFF Automotive
611 W 2nd Street
Waverly, Ohio 45690
Phone 740-912-9520
bill.condo@kirchhoff-automotive.com
