Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Basket Fabrication

About This Role

This engineering role supports the AP2 factory for the Front Load Washer Program, focusing on the launch and production of the AP2 HA Washer Factory. The engineer will primarily focus on Basket Fabrication and Assembly, developing and executing supporting documents, projects, and operational readiness. This position is a core team support member for safety, cost-saving, operational improvement, and quality KPIs, driving continuous improvement throughout the facility.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical factory representative for all processes, cross-functional team meetings, and design reviews for washer basket assembly equipment
• Create standardized work, maintenance procedures, TPM checksheets, and training documents for each process and equipment, collaborating with each equipment OEM
• Establish initial operational budgets for each equipment/process and area
• Develop and support the creation of KPI tracking tools, AI implementation, and hardware with DT Support
• Prepare each manufacturing and process area for factory operations readiness
• Use and utilize problem-solving techniques (8D, A3, 5-Why) to propose and support KPI related projects throughout the AP2 factory
• Support materials layout and AMR strategy with the AP2 Materials Team
• Serve as a cross-functional team member for supporting factory-wide KPI initiatives and projects
• Act as a support role and Point-of-Contact for the incoming Maintenance team regarding new equipment, developing and collaborating on preventative maintenance procedures with TPM and Maintenance Team

Requirements

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization to drive operational success and continuous improvement
• High energy, initiative, and motivation to contribute to a team-oriented environment and pursue personal and professional growth
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks efficiently
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong follow-through on initiatives
• Capable of facilitating and leading team-driven projects
• Willingness to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment, with occasional off-shift, on-call, and weekend work as needed
• Bachelor’s of Science degree in mechanical / electrical / manufacturing engineering, business or scientific-related field
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience of relevant experience in an engineering role working with automated manufacturing equipment, processes, and production systems
• Leadership experience or technical proficiency in areas such as manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, materials management, quality, procurement, or fulfillment

Nice to have:

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering working with advanced automated manufacturing equipment, processes, and production systems