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Elkhart, In, Us

The Manufacturing Engineer oversees cost estimation, design for manufacturability, process control, improvements, and tool design across multiple manufacturing plants.Responsibilities include:Participating in design reviews for standard and custom product designs.Reviewing and approving engineering layouts and drawings.Developing manufacturing plans for new designs or processes.Generating process specifications and procuring tooling and fixtures.Supporting production operations and resolving technical issues.Developing facility layouts and process flow charts.Analyzing work samples and improving worker efficiency.Participating in strategic programs for process improvement.Providing maintenance engineering for machine tools and facilities.Assisting with capacity evaluations, vendor evaluation, and make/buy decisions.Collaborating with engineering to resolve design-related issues.Supporting quality assurance and generating cost estimates for sales.Interfacing with vendors, customers, and regulatory representatives as needed.

Warsaw, Indiana, Us

🔧 Manufacturing Engineer | Tooling Specialist 🔧Proficient in identifying and implementing cost-saving opportunities while designing and developing cutting-edge tools for a range of medical devices. Skilled in optimizing manufacturing processes through fixture design, process improvements, and CNC programming.Key Responsibilities:Spearheading initiatives to identify and implement manufacturing cost-saving opportunities.Designing and developing cutting tools tailored for Titanium, Chrome Cobalt, Stainless Steel, and Poly medical devices.Enhancing manufacturing efficiency through the design and improvement of fixtures.Managing Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs) from inception to completion.Proactively identifying and recommending process improvements to drive operational excellence.Collaborating on the creation and optimization of complex CNC programs.Creating and maintaining an interactive tooling catalog using Microsoft Access for streamlined accessibility.Assisting quality assurance and regulatory affairs in the creation and improvement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies.Conducting research on new technologies and innovations, presenting findings to management for continuous improvement initiatives

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🔨 **Senior Manufacturing Engineer | Tooling Design Specialist** 🔨Expertise in designing and building progressive stamping dies, multi-slide tooling, gauges, and fixtures. Skilled in creating blank layouts and concepts for quoting purposes, optimizing manufacturing efficiency.**Key Achievements:**- Designed and built progressive stamping dies, multi-slide tooling, gauges, and fixtures to enhance manufacturing processes.- Developed blank layouts and concepts for quoting purposes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in project estimation.- Created programs and macros within CAD systems, resulting in a significant reduction in design time, up to 50%.- Served as CAD/CAM system administrator, providing technical support and guidance to optimize system performance.- Assisted with resolving general computer issues within the group, ensuring seamless operations.

🛠️ **Custom Tooling Designer | Project Manager** 🛠️Specialized in designing custom tools for small-size end-forming machines, leading projects from planning to production completion. Collaborated closely with customers to ensure design alignment with their needs and specifications.**Key Contributions:**- Led projects as a project manager for new machinery orders, overseeing the entire process from design to implementation.- Proactively troubleshooted and resolved problems in the initial stages, ensuring smooth project execution.- Organized and maintained engineering change requests, tooling numbers, design plans, and production sequences, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in project management.

Began working for the family owned business at a young age. Sharpened carbide radial saw blades and End Mills. Replace worn or missing carbide inserts by brazing with silver solder and flux. Created automation process to improve efficiency by 70%.

Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor'S Degree, Automated Manufacturing Technology; Manufacturing & Tool Engineering