Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer  

Reports To: Engineering Supervisor

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Champion all aspects of the ten (10) sintering furnaces, one (1) endothermic generator, and the carrier finishing cell (CFC).
• Apply continuous improvement methods, such as Lean Manufacturing to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost effectiveness.
• Troubleshoot problems encountered within current processes, equipment, and operations and provide solutions.
• Prepare documentation for new manufacturing processes or engineering procedures.
• Evaluate manufacturing process to generate cost reduction opportunities and complete actions to reduce costs or improve OEE.
• Be an active change agent.
• Champion and perform the necessary duties for the GSSF Safety Management System.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience (minimum qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Process or Manufacturing focus preferred.
• 3-5 years’ related work experience required; 3+ years within a manufacturing environment (primary operations, machining, fabrication, automation, assembly, vision systems) preferred.
• Experience in the automotive industry preferred.
• Employment record demonstrating evidence of manufacturing process implementation and improvement, followed by successful process performance.
• Familiarity with manufacturing process and equipment, such as automation, and secondary operations.
• Strong leadership, personnel, production, and change management skills.
• Recognized ability to partner with operations management.
• Working knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing required.
• Excellent organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset and a high energy level.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Customer Focus
• Understanding of statistics and algebraic concepts/formulas
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of personnel, both verbally and in writing
• Priority Setting
• Ability to present information as needed, within individual and group settings
• Timely Decision Making
• Decision Quality
• Creativity
• Informing
• Problem Solving
• Process Management
• Listening
• Dealing with Ambiguity

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Thorough understanding of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Understanding of statistics and algebraic concepts/formulas

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of personnel, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to present information as needed, within individual and group settings

REASONING SKILLS

• Ability to develop actions, evaluate progress and provide direction
• Ability to solve complex issues involving multiple variations
• Ability to perceive and understand concepts and ideas expressed verbally

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In performing the essential elements of this position, the following physical activities are required.  The activities are measured in the amount of on-the-job time that is spent performing these activities.

• Standing, walking, sitting - More than 2/3 of the time
• Limited climate controlled area - cold/heat - Between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Talking - More than 2/3 of the time
• Hearing - More than 2/3 of the time
• Using hands or fingers to handle or feel - Between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl - Between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Reaching above shoulders - Between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Taste or smell - None

In performing the essential elements of this position, the following weight is required to be lifted or force to be exerted. These activities are measured in the amount of weight lifted or force exerted and how often.

• Up to 10 Pounds - Up to 1/3 of the time
• Up to 25 Pounds ​- Up to 1/3 of the time
• Up to 50 Pounds ​- Up to 1/3 of the time
• Up to 75 Pounds ​- None
• Up to 100 Pounds ​- None
• More than 100 Pounds ​- None

In performing the essential elements of this position, the following vision requirements apply.

• Close Vision - Yes
• Distant Vision - Yes
• Peripheral Vision - Yes
• Color Vision - No
• Depth Perception - Yes
• Ability to Adjust Focus - Yes

Safety Statement

This position will adhere to all ISO 45001 Safety Standards and MIOSHA requirements, including safety rules,  best practices, procedures, and training as outlined in the BorgWarner Livonia Safety Policy. Such procedures/programs include, but not limited to:

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Incident Reporting
• Hazard Communication
• Ergonomics
• Emergency Response
• Confined Space Entry (Annually)
• Lockout Tagout – Authorized (Annually)
• TMS Overview
• Core Tool Training
• Linde Hydrogen Farm Training (Annually)

This individual will work in manners that stress the importance of preventing accidents and illnesses, in accordance with MIOSHA guidelines. He/she must take every precaution reasonable in the given circumstance for the protection of themselves and co-workers. In addition, he/she is responsible for reporting all injuries and/or possible dangerous situations, incidents, or occurrences to the immediate supervisor.

EEO Statement

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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