Manufacturing Engineer II

At JBT Marel, what we do matters, we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.

Our purpose is to transform the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation.

Our values show who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation.

Are you driven by excellence, skilled in product improvements and new developments on A&B Process Systems, a business unit of JBT Corporation, is an industry leader in the design, fabrication, automation and installation of stainless-steel process systems used in a variety of industries. At A&B Process Systems, our quality stainless steel process vessels, stainless steel process modules, skidded systems and process automation systems are all developed at one location in Stratford, Wisconsin. Our advanced manufacturing facility is distributed over five physical plants. As a member of the JBT Marel team, you will find that you are joining a world class organization with an entrepreneurial work environment and innovative spirit.

At JBT Marel, we’re seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our forward-thinking, innovative team and help us deliver world-class solutions.

If you’re ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you! This position is located in Stratford Wisconsin.

The role of our Manufacturing Engineer is to plan, design, arrange, change, and optimize manufacturing processes.  This position will create, develop, document, and implement procedures required to assemble, test, process, and manufacture the products of A&B Process Systems.  With the use of ERP (enterprise resource planning) software JDE analyze material and labor burden costs, perform or  make vs buy exercise, recommend new equipment.  Facilitate the request for capital expenditure projects, complete ROI analysis.  This position is also responsible for providing leadership through RCI (Relentless Continuous Improvement) and safety and vision of the Manufacturing Engineering department.  The Manufacturing Engineer  will report directly to the Manufacturing Engineering and Maintenance Manager.

Among other tasks, here’s what you’ll be doing as Manufacturing Engineer:

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop, evaluate, improve, document and standardize manufacturing methods, labor utilization standards, and cost analysis systems to promote efficient staff and facility utilization.
  • Determine appropriate methods for fabricating and joining materials.
  • Analyze, recommend, and implement manufacturing process flows for enhancement of quality, cost reduction, and throughput.
  • Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
  • Research and recommend equipment needs and arrangement to ensure efficient and effective production methods.
  • Design and develop manufacturing processes for enhancements, product changes, and new products, and related fixtures and tooling that are consistent with zero defect level and low product cost.
  • Evaluate manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators.
  • Develop manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors.
• Communicate with management and user personnel to develop production and design standards.
• Develop and implement process control techniques and procedures into manufacturing environment.
• Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.
• Provide engineering support in production departments to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Analyze product failure data and test results to determine root cause and develop solutions.
• Provide manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.
• Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Perform functions such as preparing proposals and budgets, analyzing labor costs, and writing reports.
• Establish welding procedures, techniques, and applications of welding equipment appropriate for production specifications, properties and characteristics of metal and metal alloys, and engineering principles.
• Establish welding procedures to guide production and welding personnel relating to specification restrictions, material processes, and fabrication methods.
• Evaluates new developments in welding field for possible application to current welding issues and production processes.
• Facilitate and lead continuous improvement initiatives resulting in increased throughput and/or decreased cost while maintaining or enhancing overall plant effectiveness.
• Maintain product and company reputation by complying with all applicable regulations.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

What kind of person are you?

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering with 5 – 10 years of manufacturing engineering experience required; preferably in an engineer to order environment. Principles of fabrication and process integration required.  2+ years of experience creating fixtures and tooling for welded products and proficiency in creating standard operating procedures and work instructions preferred.

Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and Theory of Constraints continuous improvement practices and a background in a stainless-steel fabrication industry a plus. AutoCAD and excellent facilitation/project management skills strongly preferred.

The successful candidate must enjoy working with people, be creative, analytical, a strong communicator, grasp modern technology quickly, prioritize multiple projects, and be willing to advance the goals of the organization by demonstrating competence in relevant subject areas and a willingness to be helpful. Candidate must embrace and embody a culture of relentless continuous improvement.

Additional Skills/ Experience

• Dealing with Complexity, Informing Others, Leadership, Supervision, Hardware Specifications, Manufacturing Methods and Procedures, Manufacturing Quality, Product Development, Presenting Technical Information, CAD, CAD/CAM Circuit Design

• You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.

Who are we?

We are innovators who find purpose in creating impactful solutions. Our mission is to transform the future of food by enabling sustainable and affordable production. At JBT Marel, we’re uniquely positioned to make it happen – but we need talented people like you to help us succeed.

If you have a passion for driving Excellence, Innovation, and Unity on a global scale, we invite you to join our team at JBT Marel.

What’s in it for you?

By joining JBT Marel, you’ll enjoy:

• Value-driven work: Make a direct impact on our operations and customer satisfaction.

Travel & Location

• This position is in Stratford, Wisconsin.  Majority of time is spent on site.
• We are committed to our employees and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.
• We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.
• We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth!

Benefits: JBT Marel Corporation offers benefits on day 1 of your employment. Including: Medical, Dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and a matched 401(k) plan.

Commitment to Diversity: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JBT, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact JBT Marel at 844-286-4524.

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