Industrial Engineer, Lawrence, Ma

Who We Are:
Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.

GREAT OPPORTUNITY!

Work schedule: Swing shift - this role provides coverage for part of 1st and part of 2nd shift for the factory. This is a salaried position

JOB MISSION
New Balance’s Manufacturing Engineer will create, build, and execute Domestic Manufacturing Engineering Improvement strategies that will drive New Balance to be a Top 3 Global Athletic Brand. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will plan, design and direct manufacturing processes to maximize efficiencies, eliminate waste and improve quality.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Actively manages and supports all manufacturing engineering functions within the location they support.
• Identifies and creates new engineering opportunities that will bring operational advantages towards providing long term competitive advantages.
• Increase manufacturing efficiencies by recommending and implementing process enhancements relating to waste elimination by improving equipment design, layout, process flow, quality, and safety.
• Manages all aspects of new or revised product development including involvement in the design review process, evaluating manufacturability of the product, creating factory prototypes, and overseeing product trials.
• Manages the Engineering and NB Lean functions of the facility including leading and development of staff and processes.

• Partners with internal departments to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS

• Excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage and lead change initiatives and role model the NB Leadership Competencies consistently.
• Strategic project planning, analytical and technical skills in manufacturing processes and methods.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; highly PC literate with a focus on MS Office; CAD; Project Management and Control Charts.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience with modern manufacturing techniques and equipment with a focus on Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Lead efforts in the analysis and evaluation of production process from the position of work simplification, value analysis, workstation and method analysis to promote an efficient and quality focused manufacturing operation.
• Lead in the development of sequence of operations, standardized work, job instructions and lay-outs for new and existing styles. Recommends production methods and processes required to meet design objectives on new styles and processes.
• Develop and maintain labor standards, standardized work and job instructions for all operations.
• Evaluate process and technology for manufacturing capabilities and process flow.
• Identifies and creates new engineering opportunities that will bring operational advantages.
• Increase efficiencies by recommending and implementing process enhancements.
• Bachelors and 5+ years of experience.

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Regular Associate Benefits*
Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks – opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs – that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You’ll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword – it’s part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.
Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Equal Opportunity Employer
New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person