Branch Manufacturing Engineer

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees. Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. Learn about our company culture directly from our team . YOU As a Manufacturing Engineer you will streamline manufacturing process; eliminate waste, increase efficiency, reduce defects, and drive continuous improvement through the manufacturing plant and warehouse/shipping department. You will also be responsible to identify automation needs, research and contact equipment vendors, negotiate prices and terms, spearhead the project, and work across multiple organizations to deliver on time and within budget. You’ll lead a team of Kaizen associates to recognize bottlenecks in manufacturing processes, collect and analyze data, place corrective actions, implement counter measures, evaluate process after change, compile results, present findings, and solutions, and recommend permanent changes to process, develop work instructions and train associates. You are driven to own and maintain all manufacturing processes and meet all guidelines. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING (% of Time) Work to improve manufacturing processes and methods for cost reduction, quality improvement, and efficiency. Research and create new methods of manufacturing processes and recommend achieving maximum production capacity and efficiency while developing innovative solutions. Research and purchase new manufacturing technologies. (60%) Collect, organize and analyze data, summarize findings, develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources. You’ll design, develop and/or source and cost- justify various machinery and equipment for recommended automation and manufacturing methods. Carry out process improvement, problem resolution, project management and employee training. (25%) Create and maintain standard work for all processes. (10%) Stay up to date on technological advancement by researching and attending different workshops and studying white paper articles/magazines and be able to relate to branch needs. (5%) DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE If you can do everything listed above, you’ve got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too: Bachelor's Degree in Industrial / Manufacturing Engineering preferred. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification (minimum) required. 2+ years experience in either working or completing projects in a manufacturing plant. Projects: Project management, scheduling and risk management, presentation skills, MS Office, AutoCAD Process improvement: Lean Manufacturing, Process Modeling, Statistical Methods, Root Cause Analysis, Time Studies, Automation. Operation Improvement: Ergonomics & Human Factors, Capacity Planning, Operation Plans. Integrated Systems: Value Stream Analysis. Analytical ability: Data collection and analysis. TRAVEL REQUIRED This position requires domestic travel up to 10% of the time. WORK STATUS & LOCATION This full-time, exempt position is located in McKinney, TX. RELOCATION Relocation is not available for this position. PAY $75,100 - $97,600 / year PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear, and sometimes walk and stand. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs. WORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates in a professional office environment where standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers/scanners, etc. are frequently used. REWARDS AT SIMPSON STRONG-TIE We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs. Quarterly Bonuses/Commission: You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue — directly or indirectly – and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits. Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more. View benefit plan details here: . In keeping with our values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that our employment decisions are based on your qualifications and merit, and our business needs. Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. #NowHiring #GetHired #Hiring #HiringNow Company: Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.