About the Role
Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing processes for aerospace and industrial components in a high mix, low volume manufacturing environment with a focus on continuous improvement. This role cultivates and drives company-wide productivity initiatives, supports machine shop, assembly, and test areas, and implements effective processes and programs.
Responsibilities
- Continuously drive the development and implementation of productivity projects supporting the strategic direction of the business.
- Contribute to the productivity project funnel to achieve annual goals, report progress to team members and management.
- Drive $500,000 of cost savings a year.
- Maintain a funnel of $1,000,000 in cost savings ideas.
- Lead and participate in cost cutting initiatives.
- Lead the team to develop and track relevant operations metrics with the goal of continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with Purchasing and Design Engineering to provide cost estimates and advise on manufacturability for new business opportunities.
- Collaborate with Design Engineering to develop and review Methods of Manufacture for new business programs.
- Develop, update, and document methods and processes for manufactured parts and assemblies through methods of manufacture, operation sketches, tool sheets, set-up information, and assembly instructions.
- Using lean strategies and methodologies, improve upon inefficient processes, eliminate single point failure areas, and implement process automation initiatives.
- Collaborate with the Supply Chain and Operations teams to influence site strategy, planning, and execution.
- CNC tooling and fixture design, assembly, and test fixture design.
- Day to day support for production operations.
- Lead cross functional teams through the implementation of continuous improvement projects.
- Mentor junior engineers in the implementation of continuous improvement projects.
Requirements
- This position requires either a US Person (as defined in applicable export regulations) or a non-US person who is eligible to obtain required export authorization.
- Proficient with CAD Software (Autodesk Inventor preferred).
- Experience in robust fixture and tooling design.
- Metrology.
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
- Mechanical Troubleshooting.
- Technical Writing (Work Instructions, Policies and Procedures).
- Ability to promote and maintain manufacturing process standardization.
- Good interpersonal communication skills and team player, ability to direct the work of others.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects.
- Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day.
- Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday.
- Proper lifting techniques required.
- May include lifting up to 10 pounds for files, computer printouts on occasion.
- Performance may occasionally require exposure to manufacturing areas where under certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection.
- Primary environment: ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment.
Skills
- Automation design and implementation
- Lean Six Sigma project experience
- SMED and other Lean tools
- Drive for Continuous Improvement
Experience Level
- 5+ years’ experience
Education Level
- Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering or Technical discipline
Salary/Compensations
- $90,000 - $150,000
About the Company
- At Young & Franklin Tactair we design and manufacture hydraulic and pneumatic controls, and precision, high quality valves and actuators for the aerospace and energy markets.
- Our 120,000 square foot facility houses R&D, Design Engineering, Assembly & Test, and an 80,000 square foot Machine Shop.
- We’re part of the TransDigm Group (NYSE: TDG), one of the world’s leading suppliers of highly engineered components for virtually all aerospace applications, helping us continually invest in new products and technology.
- We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds who share in our enthusiasm for innovation, design, and manufacturing excellence.
Equal Opportunity
- Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabled and veterans
