JOB PURPOSE: To integrate or improve manufacturing systems or
related processes relative to Injection Mold
Processing/Production/Validation. Provide project, status feedback to
management team. Emphasis on Continuous Improvement driving positive
change throughout the manufacturing processes. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: -
Perform Manufacturing Engineering projects as assigned - Execute
Lean/6-Sigma disciplines focusing on Continuous Improvement -
Implementing creative ideas in the process of manufacturing and
understanding the technicalities related with the products - Hands-on
approach on improving the manufacturing process by implementing
engineering concepts and optimizing the production of the products -
Support Validation Team in transitioning new programs to production
including manufacturing line, secondary operations and production
planning - Configuring the products and providing manufacturing
specifications to the teams involved in documentation to help prepare
guides and instructions - Reviewing the cost of the products by
analyzing the cost of raw material and overall production cost - Working
with the manufacturing department and help them understand the technical
concepts that should be looked after during the manufacturing process of
the products - Working closely with the quality assurance team to make
sure that the product is meeting the quality constraints as well -
Identify and/or Lead Continuous Improvement/Lean Projects either
individually or with team - Gather information for capital equipment
needs, create and budget for Return on Investment and/or positive
efficiency return - Participate in NCR/Continuous Improvement meetings
as required - Visit Customers to support manufacturing engineering
efforts as required - Support sales initiatives and programs as
required - Interact positively with all Apex personnel - Ensure that all
safety procedures are followed. - Ensure that all equipment safeties are
not altered or defeated. - Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS
(Education/Experience/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities) Required: -
Bachelor\'s Degree or equivalent, or 5-7 years related experience and/or
training, or equivalent combination of education and experience - Prior
experience in Lean Manufacturing Disciplines - Prior experience in
Injection Mold Processing preferred - Ability to read, analyze, and
interpret Technical Drawings and technical information documents -
Create technical documents for use in the Injection Molding, other
departments, and APEX Customers - Ability to write and professionally
present technical information to small groups - Should be creative and
should possess ability to use modern technology in the manufacturing
process - Familiar with the manufacturing process and concepts that are
followed traditionally - Possess strong computer, mathematical, reading,
writing skills - Ability to define problems, collect data, establish
facts and draw valid conclusions. - Ability to interpret an extensive
variety of technical information, electronic data, drawings and data in
an efficient manner. - Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. - Must be able
to sit or stand for long periods of time. - Must be able to climb up and
down stairs. - Support cross functional teams and departments as
required. - Perform job duties in accordance to ISO 13485/9001 including
ISO audits. - Travel is required to support company initiatives.
WORKING CONDITIONS: - Works under general supervision. NOTE: This
job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible
duties, responsibilities and or qualifications. Other duties,
responsibilities and/or qualifications may be assigned to this position.