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- Be in your current position for at least 12 months.
- Have received a Full Achievement or higher overall performance rating.
- Notify your current Manager of your application for this position.
Reports to: Manufacturing Engineer Manager
Location: Falconer, Ny
Job ID: 23335
Salary Range: $65,000.00 to $77,000.00
Recruiter: Paul Cenci
Summary:
SKF Aerospace is a first-tier supplier to the global aviation industry and a leader in the manufacture of highly complex bearings for both military and civil markets. We design and produce high-performance, high-value bearings in steel and advanced ceramics, supporting the world’s leading aerospace manufacturers.
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with strong project management experience to lead the successful implementation and integration of highly technical new machines into our manufacturing environment at our Falconer, NY location. This role is ideal for a driven professional who thrives on managing projects from inception through completion and enjoys collaborating across engineering and operations teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage projects for the installation, commissioning, and integration of new manufacturing equipment and technologies.
- Define and optimize manufacturing process steps for new and existing engineered products, ensuring seamless integration of new machinery.
- Collaborate with Product Engineering, Operations, and equipment vendors to ensure technical requirements and project timelines are met.
- Estimate labor standards, track variances, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency.
- Evaluate and improve manufacturing processes by conducting research, analyzing workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
- Develop and maintain standard manufacturing processes and written procedures to minimize process and quality variations.
- Design and specify tooling and fixtures required for new and existing products.
- Apply knowledge of heat treating, machining, and grinding methods to support process improvements.
- Develop and maintain Total Productive and Preventative Maintenance (TPPM) programs for new and existing equipment; ensure operator training on TPPM processes.
- Plan and oversee facility layouts, capital projects, and equipment installations to optimize workflow and workplace safety.
- Conduct operational studies to maximize facility efficiency and spatial utilization.
- Ensure compliance with government regulations and company policies to maintain product and company reputation.
- Stay current with industry trends by attending workshops, reviewing publications, and participating in professional societies.
- Contribute to team efforts and support other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering is strongly preferred.
- Proven experience managing technical projects, preferably involving new equipment implementation in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficient in reading and interpreting technical documents, operating and maintenance instructions, and engineering drawings.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to prepare reports and respond to inquiries from customers and internal teams.
- Competent with MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, etc.); experience with CAD/CAM NX preferred.
- Ability to work safely and promote a culture of safety within the team.
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If you do not receive this confirmation, please verify with the recruiter, (indicated at the top), that your application was indeed received.This Position is NOT open for International Recruitment.