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Adient US LLC Manufacturing Engineer in Holland, Michigan
*Key Responsibilities *
Manufacturing Process Development & Optimization
• Coordinate project work and problem-solving activities related to current and new manufacturing processes. • Develop, implement, and validate processes, methods, tooling, equipment, and controls for the manufacture of products and components, ensuring optimal cost, quality, inventory levels, and capital investment. • Support all phases of prototype development and builds, from concept through full implementation. • Prepare manufacturing studies to determine optimal manufacturing cost, quality, and inventory levels and evaluate feasibility of new or existing products, processes, or materials. • Recommend the most practical and economical manufacturing solutions, including improvements to materials, labor, tooling, equipment, and related factors.
*Technology, Tooling & Equipment *
• Maintain strong familiarity with robotics, tooling and fabrication, finishing, assembly, machine design, and related manufacturing technologies. • Participate in the selection, approval, development, and validation of tooling and equipment to support manufacturing requirements and product design intent. • Research, evaluate, and implement state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies to ensure products are manufactured in the most capable and cost-effective manner. • Ensure the plant continuously pursues the latest technological advancements to support business objectives.
*Product Design & Cross-Functional Collaboration *
• Actively participate in product design activities to ensure optimal productivity and cost. • Recommend alternative designs, materials, or processes as needed to improve manufacturability. • Serve as a technical liaison for product design and engineering matters, helping resolve issues while maintaining positive relationships with customers. • Serve as a technical resource for process changes and problem-solving committees, ensuring product design intent is maintained. • Work closely with production teams to ensure key performance metrics are achieved.
Communication, Training & Implementation
• Maintain effective communication with all stakeholders impacted by projects and operational changes. • Issue clear operating instructions as required and provide periodic status updates to keep teams informed. • Coordinate the implementation of new processes and lead or support training activities. • Ensure all tooling and processes can consistently produce required products within defined quality and timing expectations.
*Quality & Compliance *
• Actively pursue quality improvements within the manufacturing process. • Maintain familiarity with PFMEA, Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans, and IATF 16949 requirements. • Establish and verify Poka-Yoke (error-proofing) systems to prevent defects and process variation.
*Additional Responsibilities *
• Participate as a member of SDT and/or Pre-Launch Teams for new programs, as required. • Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. • Complete all required training as mandated by Adient and its customers. *Qualifications & Experience *
Education & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience. • 3--5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or a related manufacturing role (automotive experience is a plus). • Candidates without a degree must have 8--10 years of relevant manufacturing experience.
*Technical Skills & Knowledge *
• Strong working knowledge of product design and assembly as applied to manufacturing processes usin