Manufacturing Engineer-Project Management

Manufacturing Engineer – Project Management   Location: Morgantown, PA     How You Will Make an Impact?    The Manufacturing Engineer Project Manager will develop, implementand maintainsafe, optimaland cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance withproduct specifications and quality standards. This role will recommend and implement improvements to production processes, methodsand controls.    The Nuts and Bolts Supports research, designand the development of safe manufacturing processes,including production flow, assembly methods, and production equipment  Consults with stakeholders to determinefunctional and spatial requirements of new structure or renovation, and prepares information regardingdesign, specifications, materials, equipment, estimated costs and construction time.  Prepares and maintainsdetailed layouts of the facilities property, buildingsand equipment  Supports and may lead the manufacturing launch of new/revised products including establishing goals, training team membersand evaluating results  Designs, developsand tests and/or sources and cost-justifies various tools, machinery and equipment, and refrigerated insulation processes for the safe manufacturing of truck bodies and components  Prepares capital projects for new equipment and processes  Safely launches machines, process, methods and/or tooling technologies with >99% effectiveness  Documents lessons learned and communicatesamong the Mfg. Engineering discipline  Provides technical process expertisefor plant and supplier quality issues   Performs other related duties as assigned     Required Credentials Experience managing manufacturing startup projects, including:scope development, business case analysis, execution and closeout.   Proven track recordof successfully completing manufacturing projects on schedule and within budget.   Ability to think strategically and plan projects over a 6-12 monthhorizon  Experience with existing manufacturing technologies, including but not limited to:welding, joining, metal working, manual assembly; certification in a field is a plus   5 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment, 4 years of work experience in a comparable industry  Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering desired.  Experience with factory automation, maintenance, and integrating engineering designs into production - highly desirable   Practical Lean principles experience with proven success using the tools  Computer proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, AutoCAD, Minitab  Proven ability to facilitatechange and knowledge of lean tools and techniques  Strong leadership experience and strong teamplayer  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral  Quality orientation and attention to detail  Problem analysis and problem resolution;Green Belt certification, Black Belt a plus          You Must Be Able to  Working in an office environment in a seated position a minimum of eight hours per day is required.  At times, this job operatesin a manufacturing plant environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required totalk or hear. The employee frequentlyis required tostand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.     How We Make an Impact    Celebrating our 70th year as the largest truck body builder in North America, Morgan Truck Body LLC is proud to produce, deliver, and service quality products. With a foundation built on innovative design and quality construction, Morgan has experienced tremendous growth. In addition to dry freight truck bodies, Morgan specializes in satisfying unique and custom truck body needs, including electric vehicles, mobile service units, and refrigerated products, serving farmers, ranchers, contractors, landscapers, equipment and material haulers, and more!   Our shared values are the foundation upon which Morgan does business: Appreciating the people who make our success possible. Acting with integrity in all we do. Delivering results for our customers. Bringing an unbridled passion for our products.   Some of Our Total Rewards We offer big company perks with small company culture: Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match Tuition Reimbursement  Paid holidays and increasing vacation time with years of service Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program  Paid Job and Leadership Development training   Morgan Truck Body LLC is a business unit of the J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. family and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.   Whether you are just beginning your career or taking the “next step,” please visit our careers page -https://www.morgancorp.com/about/careers.   #LI-JK1