JOB DESCRIPTION Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Design, develop, implement, and validate manufacturing processes, methods, tooling, equipment, and controls to support the production of products and components. • Analyze and plan labor utilization, equipment requirements, workflow, manufacturing space, and layout to maximize efficiency and productivity. • Support all phases of prototype development, builds, and production launches. • Actively apply new manufacturing technologies and evaluate opportunities that contribute to plant objectives, cost reduction, quality improvement, and operational efficiency. • Participate in product design reviews to ensure manufacturability, optimal productivity, and cost effectiveness; recommend alternative designs, materials, or processes as needed. • Prepare and evaluate manufacturing studies related to cost, quality, inventory levels, feasibility, and process capability for new and existing products. • Recommend and implement improvements to manufacturing processes involving materials, labor, tooling, equipment, layouts, and ancillary systems. • Select, approve, and develop tooling and equipment to meet manufacturing requirements and product design intent. • Coordinate implementation of new processes and provide training to ensure readiness and timing objectives are met. • Establish and verify poka-yoke (error-proofing) systems. • Serve as a technical resource for process changes, problem-solving teams, and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring product design intent is maintained. • Actively pursue quality improvements across manufacturing processes. • Support new program launches as part of the SDT or Pre-Launch Team, as assigned. • Research and implement state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies to ensure products are manufactured in the most capable and cost-effective manner. • Work closely with production teams to ensure key performance measures are met and lines are properly balanced. • Maintain effective communication with all stakeholders and provide periodic status updates. • Act as a customer liaison for product design and engineering-related matters. • Complete all required training as mandated by the company and customers. • Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. Quality, Safety & Compliance Responsibilities • Ensure compliance with ISO and IATF 16949 standards. • Develop and maintain PFMEAs, Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans, and Operator Instruction Sheets. • Collaborate closely with Ergonomics and Health & Safety teams to ensure safe and efficient workstation and line design. • Adhere to all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards. • Report occupational injuries, illnesses, accidents, and unsafe conditions promptly. • Support continuous improvement in safety, ergonomics, and environmental performance. Qualifications Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience. • 3–5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or a related manufacturing role (automotive experience and background required). • Strong working knowledge of product design and assembly processes using PFMEA principles. • Hands-on experience implementing manufacturing processes, methods, tooling, equipment, and controls. • Practical knowledge of GD&T, PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flows, and Operator Instruction Sheets. • Experience creating processes and procedures to meet budgetary goals and performance metrics. • Proficiency with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office applications. • Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and time-management skills. Preferred Qualifications • Experience working in an ISO/IATF 16949-certified environment. • Experience troubleshooting using Allen Bradley RSLogix 5000 / ControlLogix software. • Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing operations PRIMARY LOCATION Bridgewater Interiors II