Manufacturing Engineer, Ammo Military Pack-out - 1st Shift

Manufacturing Engineer, Ammo – Military Pack-out

• Direct Hire

Position Summary:

• As an Ammunition Manufacturing Engineer for our client, you will use your engineering talent to design, develop, effectively implement, and constantly improve production processes to manufacture elite, world-class ammunition for the consumer, law enforcement, and military markets.
• This role will focus on, but not be limited to, military pack-out including linking cartoning, crating, marking, and palletizing operations.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Identify Safety Improvement opportunities and implement solutions.
• In coordination with Quality Engineering, establish/update/maintain control plans for in-process steps associated with the Military pack-out department including the design and build of gages to verify product quality and master verification of inspection systems and jigs and fixtures to aid in operations.
• Work with Operations personnel to identify root causes and resolution of issues affecting daily operating equipment efficiency (OEE).
• Analyze performance data to identify continuous improvement opportunities. Utilize lean/Six Sigma principles to implement efficiency improvements and maintain the gains.
• Design/develop/modify touch tooling to improve tool life, product quality, or equipment efficiency through the use of Solidworks and Agile software.
• Work with Quality Assurance to improve process control using statistical methods to maintain low or zero defects on the line.
• Develop and control troubleshooting methodologies and data.
• Develop and implement processes, and production line layouts to support a lean production environment including Kanban replenishment methodologies, especially concerning tooling consumption.
• Work with R&D engineers to ensure a seamless transition from products in development to full industrialization.
• Work collaboratively with the in-house automation team to receive, start up, and assimilate newly built production equipment.
• Review 3D models and prints for accuracy and manufacturability.
• Collaboratively create work instructions for the production processes.
• Effectively implement work instructions through training, communication, videos, or other techniques.

Education and /or Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering/Science with 5 years relevant work experience; in lieu of BS degree, possess 15+ years of relevant experience in metal trades.
• Practical, hands-on experience with equipment, machining, and fabrication.
• Experience troubleshooting/root cause analysis of mechanical systems.
• 3D Design and knowledge of GD&T ASME Y14.5M-1994.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Efficient time management skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to drive work with minimum supervision.
• Project management experience with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and complete them on time.
• Aptitude for detail with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Work experience with munitions or energetic materials.
• Work experience in packing operations.
• Work experience with packaging operations associated with military products.
• Design experience using SolidWorks CAD.
• Process Experience with facilities projects (e.g. waste-water treatment associated with byproducts of brass manufacture).
• Experience in High Volume Manufacturing Environment.
• Knowledge and passion for hunting, shooting sports, firearms, or ammunition reloading.
• Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

• The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
• However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

• Our client is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. Today, they are synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens.
• Their tremendous growth fuels outstanding opportunities for experienced professionals to join their team. As part of the client family, you’ll enjoy generous benefits and opportunities to explore new roles within the organization.