Mediabistro logo
job logo

Entry Level Manufacturing Engineer

Rfamec, Dubuque, IA, United States


RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com ) is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking a growth‑oriented candidate to become an integral part of our engineering team. The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff using state‑of‑the‑art engineering tools & processes. This position will operate onsite at our customer's world‑class engineering and manufacturing facility.

This is a full‑time position with a full benefit package listed below that includes opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization.

Entry Level Manufacturing Engineer
This job involves responding to process and part quality issues to ensure robust and effective fabrication and assembly operations, and delivery of high‑quality parts to the vehicle assembly line. Strong communication skills and ability to work and prioritize in a fast‑paced environment are critical for success in this position.

Responsibilities

Conduct quality investigations, containment actions and recommended actions to prevent line down situations

Work with product line to identify, prioritize, and document reliability trends to resolve quality issues

Provide improvements to product reliability and customer satisfaction through support of new product introduction programs

Provide quality representation to applicable meetings and reviews

Participate in quality planning

Create/monitor quality documentation and drive resolution to factory quality issues

Track quality metrics and provide feedback to design teams on gap analysis

Identify improvements or deterioration in product quality levels

Identify internal manufacturing process improvements

Complete process verification audits and document results and corrective actions

Work with assemblers on operator training certification

Lead/participate in SCRUM/AGILE projects to improve line quality

Drive product RGA's and develop recommendations for field action

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering or related field required OR equivalent industry experience

100% On‑site support

Basic understanding of construction / off‑road equipment

Basic Microsoft Office skills

Must be a self‑starter, have good communication skills, and be able to work as part of a team

Must have a valid Driver's License

Desired Attributes

Ability to convey topics at both a technical and high level effectively

Previous experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment

Welding, fabrication, sheet metal, hydraulic, electrical or paint experience is a plus

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position
Competitive Benefits

Health and Dental Insurance

TelaDoc Healthiest You

Supplemental Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Long‑Term Disability

Short‑term Disability

Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)

Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care

HSA for Medical Expenses

Bonus Plan (Exempt Employees Only)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Education Assistance

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

#J-18808-Ljbffr