Job Description
We are looking for a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The Manufacturing Engineer will play a crucial role in transferring the Online FWM into production, ensuring quality and efficiency in the manufacturing process by owning APQP documentation, implementing automation, managing third-party relationships, and validating processes. This position requires a combination of technical expertise, project management skills, and strong communication abilities to drive successful outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
key requirements specification for a Manufacturing Engineer to support the new product development and transition of the Online FMW into manufacturing for serial production:
1. Management of Third Parties (for Jigs, Fixtures, equipment)
• Vendor Coordination
o Should have knowledge on Jigs & Fixture design activities
o Create scope of works (for Jigs, Fixtures, equipment) and manage relationships with third-party vendors, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
o Evaluate and select suppliers based on technical capabilities and quality standards.
• Performance Monitoring
o Monitor and assess the performance of third-party services and products.
o Conduct regular reviews and audits to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
2. Ownership of APQP Documentation
• Develop and Maintain APQP Documentation
o Lead the creation and upkeep of APQP documentation, including:
§ Project Plans
§ Process FMEA
§ Control Plans
§ Process Flow Diagrams
§ Work Instructions
§ Test Procedures
§ Capacity Planning
§ MSA’s
§ Process Capability
o Ensure that all documentation aligns with industry standards and company policies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
o Work closely with NPD, quality, and production teams to gather necessary inputs for APQP documentation.
o Facilitate APQP reviews and updates throughout the product lifecycle.
3. Implementation of Automated Processes
• Automation Strategy Development
o Design and implement automated manufacturing processes for the Online FWM.
o Evaluate existing manual processes and identify opportunities for automation based on forecasted manufacturing demands.
• Integration and Testing
o Oversee the integration of automated systems into the production line.
o Conduct testing and validation of automated processes to ensure they meet production requirements.
4. Process Validation
• Validation Planning
o Develop and execute validation plans for manufacturing processes, ensuring they meet design specifications and regulatory requirements.
o Utilise statistical methods and tools for process validation.
• Documentation and Reporting
o Document validation results and create reports for project team.
o Implement corrective actions based on validation findings to enhance process reliability.
Conclusion
The Manufacturing Engineer will play a crucial role in transferring the Online FWM into production, ensuring quality and efficiency in the manufacturing process by owning APQP documentation, implementing automation, managing third-party relationships, and validating processes. This position requires a combination of technical expertise, project management skills, and strong communication abilities to drive successful outcomes.