Manufacturing Engineer

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Valmont modernizes vital infrastructure and increases agricultural productivity, sustainably and reliably. The company galvanizes steel to last a century with minimal environmental impact.

Job Profile

The company is searching for a Manufacturing Engineer to join its team.

Education Level

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or related field

Work Experience

• 3+ years of work experience in a manufacturing/industrial engineering position is preferred

Duties/Responsibilities

• Apply Valmont safety guidelines to projects and job design to meet ergonomics standards
• Assist in further development of TPM, PM, and SMED
• Assist manufacturing departments by providing necessary engineering data involving ergonomic issues or other safety concerns
• Assist Manufacturing to improve productivity, efficiency, and quality and participate in ongoing cost-reduction programs
• Conduct machine and equipment investigations including preparation of justification for new equipment or alternate processes
• Demonstrate a commitment to the Valmont Safety Mission Statement and Divisional Safety Objectives
• Design and implement tooling or machines to support or improve manufacturing processes
• Develop and coordinate material handling methods and devices to facilitate the processing of both finished products and raw materials
• Develop and provide support on reports and forms containing all data to measure manufacturing performance to plan
• Directs and trains Engineers, Tool & Die, Maintenance, and Production personnel as needed on projects and other routine tasks
• Establish and maintain schedules for completing approved projects
• Establish process work instructions for various production machines
• Keep abreast of the latest developments in manufacturing process technology and make recommendations when applicable
• Maintain and demonstrate knowledge of safety regulations for the industry
• Maintain and develop detailed routing sheets that specify operational sequences, establish bills of materials, cost centers, tooling, gages, machines, feeds, and speeds, etc.
• Promote and participate proactively in the direction and development of Lean projects and activities
• Provide and maintain Quality Assurance programs at the site to reduce scrap and rejects
• Provide and obtain sources of and cost estimates for various farm-out activities as required
• Provide technical support for manufacturing activities including plant layout, process mapping, engineering calculations, and maintenance projects

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• A background in Lean methodology
• Ability to analyze, develop, evaluate, and weigh alternatives, as well as coordinate the implementation of the solution
• Demonstrated accuracy in working with information in a fast-paced environment
• Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
• Strong oral and written communication skills to clearly and concisely present information to management
• Work effectively alone and as a member of a team within various functional areas of the division
• This role requires up to 5% travel (internationally/domestically), including overnight stays

Credible Qualifications

• AutoCAD/SolidWorks
• CNC fabrication equipment
• Cost elimination of material and manufacturing processes
• Design of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, machines and test equipment
• ECN process
• Electro/Mechanical assembly
• Lean principles, utilizing and applying for, 5 S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Six Sigma, Standardized Work
• Machining conventional, steel, cast iron, and aluminum
• Machining gears
• Material handling equipment, overhead cranes, forklifts
• Microsoft Office Excel, Word, Access, and Outlook
• PLC troubleshooting and programming
• Product finishing processes: painting, galvanizing, plating, and other protective finishes.
• Sawing metals and saws
• Tool design of machining jigs and fixtures
• Welding processes, GMAW of steel and stainless steel
• Working knowledge in the following areas is preferred

Benefits/Perks

• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision)
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services, and more
• Work-Life Support

Employer’s Statement

Valmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.