Manufacturing Engineer
Van-Am Tool & Engineering
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- Location
- St Joseph, MO
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Sep 30
- 19 days ago
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About the company
Van-Am Tool & Engineering
Machinery · 51 to 200 employees
What you'll do
- Evaluate and improve manufacturing processes, equipment, workflows, facility layouts, and production systems.
- Resolve production issues, reduce costs, train staff, and ensure procedures meet safety and environmental regulations.
What you need
- Requires previous experience as a manufacturing engineer or similar role, knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods and tool design, and familiarity with manufacturing equipment and quality assurance.
- An engineering degree is required; a postgraduate degree is a plus.
- Education: a postgraduate degree
Key skills
tool designfabrication methodsproject managementmanufacturing processesCADMS Office
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Van-Am Defense Systems is seeking qualified candidates for a Manufacturing Engineer to help the company implement manufacturing processes that result in high-quality products. This position will be an onsite position in our Waverly, IA facility.rnCandidates must have good knowledge of tool design and fabrication methods. Other necessary manufacturing engineer skills include project management ability, commitment to quality, and familiarity with safety and environmental standards. If you\'re also inventive and meticulous, we\'d like to meet you. Ultimately, you will be the one to ensure our production lines work efficiently and effectively to satisfy our customers.rnResponsibilities of Manufacturing Engineer:rnrnEvaluate manufacturing processes based on quality criteria, such as efficiency and speed.rnStudy production and machine requirements.rnDevelop and test effective automated and manual systems.rnDesign and install equipment.rnOrganize and manage manufacturing workflows and resources.rnIntegrate disparate systems (e.g. equipment handling, transport)rnOptimize facility layouts, production lines, machine operations and network performance.rnResolve issues and delays in production.rnFind ways to reduce costs and maximize quality.rnTrain staff in new and existing processesrnCollaborate with other engineers, contractors and suppliers.rnEnsure that manufacturing procedures follow safety and environmental regulations.rnUpgrade systems and processes with new technology.rnrn rnRequirements of Manufacturing Engineer:rnrnPrevious experience as a manufacturing engineer or similar rolernKnowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods and tool designrnFamiliarity with manufacturing equipment and quality assurance techniquesrnCommitment to health and safety standards and environmental regulationsrnWell-versed in relevant software (e.g. CAD, MS Office)rnProject management skillsrnProblem-solving abilityrnTeamwork skillsrnAbility to occasionally work late shifts.rnDegree in Engineering; post-graduate degree is a plus.rnOperating in MRP and creating work orders may be required.rnrn rnIf you have worked as a Manufacturing Engineer and have experience with direct fixture and tooling design using SolidWorks, we encourage you to apply to become part of the Van-Am Defense Systems team!