Manufacturing Engineer

Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions, a global leader in Industrial Coating Solutions, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.

Summary of the role

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.

Manufacturing Engineer provides technical knowledge to support achieving Operational Excellence in the manufacturing processes. This role establishes product build standards, optimizes material workflow within the work cell, develops job aids, and continuously improves assembly processes to deliver an on-time quality product to the customer. The Manufacturing Engineer is the liaison between other engineering organizations and the Operations team to address customer quality issues, integrate new products into manufacturing, and collaborate on design improvements for existing products.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and improve manufacturing methods utilizing knowledge of product design, assembly techniques, ergonomic principles and quality controls to poka-yoke production builds
• Participate in the investigation, response, and corrective actions to customer quality excursions.
• Recommendation design changes for materials and components through Engineering Change Request process
• Champion key strategic projects relating to Operational Excellence activities
• Embrace and enhance established standard work practices for Manufacturing Engineering
• Identify, develop and implement complete and accurate documentation of existing manufacturing processes and new product introductions.
• Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods, establishing standards, and validating manufacturing processes
• Evaluate work cell layouts to improve manpower efficiency, material workflow and floor space utilizing Lean techniques.
• Collaborate with New Product Development Engineering to review designs, participate in pilot builds and develop the plan to release new products into manufacturing
• Collaborate with Inventory Control on optimizing product flow to and from the workbenches and within the 4 walls of the site.  
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements

Detail-oriented, self-starter with strong communication and organizational skills.  The successful candidate will have a proven ability to multi-task and work collaboratively and independently in a dynamic environment.  The required qualifications are as follows:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering or Related Engineering Technology degree
• In lieu of a degree, 8 years of related experience will be considered
• 2 years experience in manufacturing engineering is preferred

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with SAP a plus
• Experience with GD&T dimensioning practices
• Experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks
• Experience with formalized risk analysis procedures (PFMEA)
• Experience with Design for Manufacturability procedures
• Experience with Stage Gate processes a plus
• Experience with Capital Equipment specification & purchasing a plus
• Experience with 3D printing a plus
• Hands on mechanical skills a plus
• Good communication skills
• Good organizational skills to manage multiple priorities at one time

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Required

  Estimated 25%

Interested?

If you are interested in being a part of a team and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.

About Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions

Manufacturers rely on Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions equipment for the precise application and curing of powder coatings, liquid paint, ambient temperature adhesives and sealants, and food and beverage container production. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions is a global team that works to create industrial coating solutions that help our customers improve their manufacturing process, produce better products and become even more competitive. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.