Mechanical Engineer (Entry Level)

Below are the Job Details:

Client :   John Deere (JDJP00038639) 

Job title:  Manufacturing Engineer II

Duration : 3-year contract. Evaluation of contract extensions occur every month, and those that work to expectations are renewed consistently. / Might turn into FTE

Job location : 300 West Commercial Street Waterloo IA USA 50703

Shift : This position will be 1st shift (7 am to 3:30 pm) but start/end times need to be flexible based on production schedules. Overtime is likely, weekend and before shift starts.

****Pay Rate : Upto $/hr on W2 based on experience + Relocation assistance 

Job Description:

Manager is open to recent grad candidates. Expecting a bill rate of $62/hour for 3 or more years of experience. If a candidate is a recent grad, would like to see the bill rate at $53/hour.
This position will be 1st shift (7 am to 3:30 pm) but start/end times need to be flexible based on production schedules. Overtime is likely, weekend and before shift starts.
Manager would like to see candidates with experience in a steel manufacturing environment. Exposure to turning, milling, gear cutting methods and finish grinding applications are a plus. Must be proficient with MS Office and experience working in a team environment. This is the same position/manager as JP38245 so only new candidates will be considered.
Will need metatarsals for first day, business casual dress code. No travel associated with this position. Person may drive a Deere owned Gator after successfully completing training. Visa sponsorship is not available, now or in the near future, for this position. Interviews will take place onsite or through MS Teams and the position will start onsite on the first day.

Primary Position Responsibilities & Duties
 Recommend and implement cost reduction, quality, safety, and ergonomic improvement ideas. Lead team studies related to capacity, productivity, and efficiency
 Establish routings, methods, layouts, tools, costs, methods documentation, quality plans and labor standards for revisions to current operations
 Lead selection, procurement of metal removal machines; lead planning and implementation of machining cells
 Lead new model preparations and procurement of tooling, gauges, new machines and more for an efficient production process
 

 Required Skills, Knowledge, & Relevant Work Experience
 Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills to interact with all levels in the organization and supplier personnel
 Demonstrated high ability with Excel, Outlook, Word
 Demonstrated ability to proficiently use algebra, geometry, and trigonometry
 Demonstrated ability to initiate and complete multiple, concurrent projects
 Ability and willingness to work variable hours to include off-shifts and overtime including weekend days if needed
 Three or more years’ experience as a manufacturing engineer in a component manufacturing environment related to turning, milling, drilling.
 Demonstrated experience with the selection and procurement of capital equipment
 Experience with machine programming related to gear and spline cutting processes.
 

Desired Skills, Knowledge & Relevant Work Experience
 Experience in roles that required a working knowledge of turning, milling, drilling and hard finishing of ferrous materials
 Experience applying gear and shaft manufacturing tools and technology
 Experience in shop floor process adjustments necessary to correct geometry and quality problems
 Experience with interpreting part prints and GD&T designations
 Experience with the use of AutoCAD or related software
 Experience with leading and supporting cross functional teams for projects of moderate scope
 Experience using Power BI, Tableau, or other data analysis tools
 Experience in using SAP
 

Education (Specific Branch of Study, Certificate)
Bachelor’s degree in Ag Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial
Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, related technical degree
or equivalent working experience