Manufacturing Engineer Manager jobs in Champaign, IL

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for the supervision, formulation, administration and coordination of industrial and manufacturing engineering projects, policies, processes, methods and procedures designed to improve operating performance, reduce waste and delays and otherwise promote cost reductions on a company-wide basis.  Support new product start-up & launches.

Corporate:

• Adheres to the HTGSS policies and procedures
• Learns, demonstrates and upholds HTGSS Core Values
• Complies with all HTGSS Certification standards; Management System (TS16949), Environmental ISO 14001-2015 and Health and Safety ISO 45001-2018 policies and procedures
• Treats all HTGSS team members with respect and professional courtesy
• Always strives to maintain a positive work environment
• Manages the department budget efficiently as per approved annual budget
• Performs additional assignments / duties as assigned 

EHS

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Complies with all safety policies and 5S clean philosophy to maintain a safe, clean working environment
• Meets company safety goals 

Technical:

• Identify opportunities or implement changes to improve products or reduce costs using knowledge of fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment, assembly methods, quality control standards, or product design, materials and parts. 
• Activities involve using time-study or standard data for a variety of machine, assembly and hand operations, production methods, equipment layout, material handling, and manpower, equipment and material utilization in order to improve operating performance. 
• Determine root causes of failures using statistical methods and recommend changes in designs, tolerances, or processing methods. 
• Provide technical expertise or support related to manufacturing. 
• Incorporate new methods and processes to improve existing operations. 
• Troubleshoot new and existing product problems involving designs, materials, or processes. 
• Review product designs for manufacturability and completeness. 
• Train production personnel in new or existing methods. 
• Communicate manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, or other information to facilitate production processes. 
• Design, install, or troubleshoot manufacturing equipment. 
• Prepare documentation for new manufacturing processes or engineering procedures. 
• Apply continuous improvement methods such as lean manufacturing to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness. 
• Investigate or resolve operational problems such as material use variances and bottlenecks. 
• Estimate costs, production times, or staffing requirements for new designs. 
• Evaluate manufactured products according to specifications and quality standards. 
• Design layout of equipment or workspaces to achieve maximum efficiency. 
• Design testing methods and test finished products or process capabilities to establish standards or validate process requirements. 
• Analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and establish quality and reliability objectives of finished product. 
• Develop manufacturing methods, labor utilization standards, and cost analysis systems to promote efficient staff and facility utilization. 
• Recommend methods for improving utilization of personnel, material, and utilities. 
• Plan and establish sequence of operations to fabricate and assemble parts or products and to promote efficient utilization. 
• Coordinate quality control objectives and activities to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability, and minimize cost. 
• Confer with vendors, staff, and management personnel regarding purchases, procedures, product specifications, manufacturing capabilities, and project status. 
• Estimate production cost and effect of product design changes for management review, action, and control. 

Reporting:

Benefits:

• 401(k) 
• Healthy Insurance 
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance 
• Paid time off 

Competency Requirements:

1. Confidentiality:  Adheres to the upmost confidentiality; particularly in regards to handling employment/personal information.  Works with the team to insure that all information from within the department is kept private. 
2. Multitasking: Must possess the ability to change from one task to another in quick manner based on company needs 
3. Communication: Works to insure respectful, timely, accurate and appropriate communication across all levels of the organization.
4. Initiative: Identifies problems and takes action to address current or future problems. Proactively engages to solve issues verses simply thinking about future actions.
5. Engagement: Engages team members in developing goals, executing plans and delivering results (output). Motivates team members through clear and consistent communication. Models adaptability. Uses collaboration and influence skills to achieve successful outcomes.
6. Leads by Example: Sets a good example for peers to follow.
7. Integrity: Performs in such a way as to inspire a high degree of trust and acceptance amongst co-workers across all departments
8. Customer Service Orientation: Focuses efforts on discovering and meeting the customer’s needs. Develops trust in all relationships internally and externally.
9. Organizational and Self Discipline: Efficiently organizes and executes assignments. Demonstrates self-discipline and reliability.
10. Analytical Skills / Problem Solving: Understands situations, problems, or issues by breaking them down into smaller pieces, or tracing the implications of a situation in a step by step way. Systematically organizes the parts of problems. Makes systematic comparisons of data or aspects, prioritizing, planning, and developing countermeasures.
11. Flexibility / Adaptability:   Adapts and works effectively in a variety of situations and with various individuals or groups.  Seeks and appreciates opposing perspectives on issues. Adapts approach as the requirements of the situation change. Changes or easily accepts change in organization or job requirements.
12. Works Safely: Strives for an accident-free workplace. Keeps safety at the “heart” of everything done. Treats safety as a personal responsibility and sees oneself as being responsible for the safety of others.
13. Team Work: Contributes meaningfully to work group efforts by offering new ideas for improvement. Demonstrates a cooperative manner in dealing with supervisors and other team members. Does his/her part toward group effort
14. Mutual Respect and Support: Works cooperatively with others. Welcomes and takes advantage of opposing ideas and opinion is always respectful to others.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCY*

Displays knowledge & skills necessary to perform assigned duties; understands Processes, procedures, standards, methods and technologies related to assignments; demonstrates functional/technical literacy; participates in measuring outcomes of work; keeps current on new developments in field of expertise: effectively uses available technology (automation, software, etc.)

*Applies companywide but are specifically defined per position essential functions.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described below 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.

• Frequently required to sit, stand, bend at the knees and waist, and walk
• Required to use hands to type, handle objects and paperwork
• Required to reach and hold on to items at chest level or reach above the shoulder
• May be required to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Ability to travel domestic US and / or international as required
• Required to use close vision, peripheral vision, and focus and see colors as required to read equipment and material labels, color-coded inventory, computer terminal screens, etc.

The employee generally works in indoor office and warehouse environments.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its equal opportunity, non-discrimination, anti-harassment policies in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.  All employment decisions at Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. 

Position Requirements and Qualifications

Education:

Software Skills Required

• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Must be proficient using MS Office applications such as Excel and Word.
• Full working knowledge of APQP process, flowcharts, work instructions, and control plans.
• Must be a team player and work well with others in process development, corrective action and problem solving.
• Full working knowledge of and committed to continuous improvement principles.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple activities simultaneously and successfully function in a cross functional manufacturing environment
• Complies with all HTGSS Certification standards; Management System (TS16949), Environmental ISO 14001-2015 and Health and Safety ISO 45001-2018 policies and procedures
• PFMEA experience preferred.

This Position Description is intended as a summary of the job responsibilities for this particular position. HTGSS reserves the right to add, remove, and/or alter job responsibilities in whole or in part with or without notice. Additionally, all HTGSS team members are subject to all other HTGSS policies and procedures, including those set out in HTGSS’s Team Member Handbook.

This Position Description is not a contract. Every Team Member’s employment with HTGSS is voluntary and is subject to termination by the team member or HTGSS at will, with or without cause, and, with or without notice, at any time. Nothing in this Position Description or HTGSS policies shall be interpreted to be in conflict or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of HTGSS team members.