Production Engineer (Japanese Bilingual)

Location: Fredericktown, OHJob Id: 144# of Openings: 2STRATEGIC SUMMARYOptimize production processes for maximum efficiency through the analysis of process/material flow, downtime and scrap reports, capacity studies, and new technology. This includes hands on troubleshooting, root cause analysis of recurring issues, research of new technology, etc. Duties are performed under general supervision and may require frequent conferences concerning progress and difficulties.TACTICAL SUMMARYTechnical expert of intended machine and part function in assigned working area(s)Lead investigation of existing manufacturing equipment improvements related to: safety, quality, efficiency, capacity, layout, etc.Ensure manufacturing processes meet capability requirements through statistical analysis of dimensional inspectionLead the analysis of manufacturing problems to identify and eliminate the root cause of equipment concernsLead New Model activity as assigned including: equipment installation, production trials, customer approval, and technical trainingWork directly with and/or manage outside contractorsSupport new technology development including: planning, investigating, scheduling, testing, and enhancement of existing production methodsInterface with machines through PLC, HMI, NC, or Robot controllers in order to effectively maintain and modify programs as necessarySupport Equipment Service in troubleshooting and fixing machinesDevise new methods for efficiency improvement and/or cost reductionDevelop presentations using appropriate graphs and charts to effectively communicate intended subject matterEffectively communicate across all levels of the organizationDevelop and manage business plan projectsMaintain Document and Program (NC, PLC, HMI, Robot, etc.) control in accordance with QMS requirementsMay design jigs, fixtures, or tooling using Catia or similar software to produce appropriate drawings using engineering best practicesMay operate 3D printersMay maintain, create, or modify plant layout in AutoCADMaintain a high level of housekeeping (COP)Provides leadership and support to improve working conditions (safety, quality, productivity, and cost) and increase your associates skills and capabilities.All other duties as assignedDESIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducationAssociate Degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or any combination of equivalent experience and educationExperience5 years Manufacturing experience in the machining/metal cutting industry or aluminum die casting desiredComputer SkillsMicrosoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPointCAD: Catia, AutoCADPLEXVarious PLC, HMI, Motion Control, etc. software as neededPersonal/Other SkillsMust have Japanese language; business levelSelf-starter mentality and ability to work independentlyAbility to solve complex problems through analysis to propose and implement appropriate countermeasuresBasic robotics, PLC, and NC programming knowledge is helpfulBasic presentation skillsGood written and verbal communicationAbility to manage multiple projects and set prioritiesUnderstand technical drawings including: geometric tolerances, ladder logic, pneumatics, hydraulics, assembliesWorking knowledge of safety standards.Travel RequirementSome travel required.STRATEGIC SUMMARYOptimize production processes for maximum efficiency through the analysis of process/material flow, downtime and scrap reports, capacity studies, and new technology. This includes hands on troubleshooting, root cause analysis of recurring issues, research of new technology, etc. Duties are performed under general supervision and may require frequent conferences concerning progress and difficulties.TACTICAL SUMMARYTechnical expert of intended machine and part function in assigned working area(s)Lead investigation of existing manufacturing equipment improvements related to: safety, quality, efficiency, capacity, layout, etc.Ensure manufacturing processes meet capability requirements through statistical analysis of dimensional inspectionLead the analysis of manufacturing problems to identify and eliminate the root cause of equipment concernsLead New Model activity as assigned including: equipment installation, production trials, customer approval, and technical trainingWork directly with and/or manage outside contractorsSupport new technology development including: planning, investigating, scheduling, testing, and enhancement of existing production methodsInterface with machines through PLC, HMI, NC, or Robot controllers in order to effectively maintain and modify programs as necessarySupport Equipment Service in troubleshooting and fixing machinesDevise new methods for efficiency improvement and/or cost reductionDevelop presentations using appropriate graphs and charts to effectively communicate intended subject matterEffectively communicate across all levels of the organizationDevelop and manage business plan projectsMaintain Document and Program (NC, PLC, HMI, Robot, etc.) control in accordance with QMS requirementsMay design jigs, fixtures, or tooling using Catia or similar software to produce appropriate drawings using engineering best practicesMay operate 3D printersMay maintain, create, or modify plant layout in AutoCADMay manage direct reportsMaintain a high level of housekeeping (COP)Provides leadership and support to improve working conditions (safety, quality, productivity, and cost) and increase your associates skills and capabilities.All other duties as assignedDESIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducationAssociate Degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or any combination of equivalent experience and educationExperience5 years Manufacturing experience in the machining/metal cutting industry or aluminum die casting desiredComputer SkillsMicrosoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPointCAD: Catia, AutoCADPLEXVarious PLC, HMI, Motion Control, etc. software as neededPersonal/Other SkillsMust have Japanese language; business levelSelf-starter mentality and ability to work independentlyAbility to solve complex problems through analysis to propose and implement appropriate countermeasuresBasic robotics, PLC, and NC programming knowledge is helpfulBasic presentation skillsGood written and verbal communicationAbility to manage multiple projects and set prioritiesUnderstand technical drawings including: geometric tolerances, ladder logic, pneumatics, hydraulics, assembliesWorking knowledge of safety standards.Travel RequirementSome travel required.The above description covers examples of the type of work performed in this job classification but does not exclude other job tasks that may be assigned nor is it considered a contract of employment overriding at-will employment.#J-18808-Ljbffr