To supervise and mentor a team of Machinists and Manufacturing Engineers to support defined initiatives and to develop partnerships with all functions of BSE Operations, with the primary function to improve overall manufacturing capabilities through DFM and Continuous Improvement projects. This position is needed to lead, and expand the capabilities of the Bal Seal Engineering (BSE) Machine Shop and manage Manufacturing priorities. Candidates will schedule, set resource priorities, and manage personnel. This is a typical Manufacturing Engineering role that requires a “hands-on” approach to actively support day to day production needs such as resolving production issues, reviewing Bills of Materials, Routers, costing, Engineering Change Orders and Engineering Orders. To implement process improvement, as well as sustaining and development initiatives (including tools, jigs, fixtures and manual machines). The incumbent will look for continuous improvement opportunities and support projects focused on the maintenance, upgrading, specification of, and installation of machines and equipment.
Salary range for this position is $120k-130k per year. This range is based on the position being located in Foothill Ranch, CA.
Operating as an independent division of the Bloomfield, CT-based Kaman Corporation, Bal Seal Engineering is “a Kaman company.” This structure allows us to remain agile and entrepreneurial as we leverage our parent company’s scale, resources, and complementary capabilities. We’re proud to be part of Kaman, a company with a past so similar to our own, and a commitment to positively shaping the future.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities Accountable for providing leadership and direction to the Manufacturing Engineering and Machine Shop teamsDevelop, manage, mentor and evaluate employee performance throughout the yearDevelopment of resource plans to support Key Objectives, Initiatives & production goals Communicate and interface regularly with key stakeholders and employees throughout the BSE organizationClosely partner with Operations and Quality Assurance to improve overall process capability and quality of manufactured components and assembliesProvide a “bridge” between Production and Engineering functionsImplement, monitor, develop and improve Manufacturing Engineering and Machine Shop KPIsEstablish and manage inventory of spare parts for equipment in the Machine ShopMentor lower-level engineers and serve as a resource to share knowledge with the engineering team and the rest of the companyReview designs for manufacturability and cost (DFM/A)Responsible for design and/or sourcing, validation, and qualification of new manufacturing equipmentReview and Interpretation of engineering drawings per ASME Y14.5Ability to drive to root cause, provide short and long-term corrective solutionsDevelop and support CI InitiativesProvide troubleshooting assistance and support for Engineering and Operations as necessaryMay be required to establish routings, BoMs, processes, layouts, tools, costs, and labor standards for manufacturing processes. Development of supporting documentation including PFMEAs, drawings, work instructions, procedures, tools/jigs/fixtures, and processes to support new product introduction. Documentation of legacy production equipment and "tribal knowledge" processesMay be required to review, initiate and assess Engineering Change Orders, Engineering Orders, drawing and process deviationsPerform other related duties as assigned Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical degree Other technical qualifications and/or a demonstrated minimum 10 years' experience in a similar technical environment may be considered6-Sigma Green or Black Belt certification desiredExperience:
Minimum 7 years of Manufacturing Engineering experienceMinimum 3 years’ experience leading high performance teamsExperience leading large cross-functional Continuous Improvement / Lean initiatives, developing and implementing Process Capability studiesExperience interfacing with ERP/MRP and PLM/PDM SystemsExperience with assembly or manufacturing shop floorExperience overseeing and approving DFMA reviews and approval of engineering drawingsExperience with machining small and medium sized precision components made from a variety of polymers and metals preferredExperience with Laser welding processes and techniques a plusExperience with 3D modeling software Solidworks and/or Inventor preferredExperience working with suppliers to improve processes and/or understand and document industry standards Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Working Knowledge of GD&T interpretation and implementation per ASME Y14.5 Base knowledge in inspection tools and methodsIn depth knowledge of Manufacturing Methods and ProcessesWorking knowledge of statistical process control, ability to understand and utilize statistical analysis software a plusAbility to effectively and safely utilize various hand and power toolsKnowledge of machine elements (i.e. fasteners, bearings, gear and belt drive etc.)Must be able to work in a highly collaborative environmentMust be hands on and interface with plant personnel and operatorsAbility to identify and solve problems with little direction or assistanceAbility to utilize ERP/MRP and PLM/PDM systemsWorking knowledge of and ability to utilize CAD systemsProficiency in conflict resolutionBase knowledge of metallurgy (i.e. material strength, hardness, machinability, heat treatment processes)Strong Project Management skills Strong computer and analytical skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsUp to 5% travel required to BSE facilities and/or trade shows#LI-BL1
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