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Tallassee, Alabama · USA job

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

GKN Aerospace

Tallassee, Alabama

Job description

Overview

In this role you will support operational and development programs to enable zero-defect projects, delivering robust manufacturing process technology for materials, tooling, and assembly. You will work with cross-functional teams to implement engineering releases, drive improvements, and lead lean initiatives. This position offers the chance to shape manufacturing capabilities and contribute to high-quality production in a fast-paced environment. You will be a key contributor to continuous improvement and problem solving at scale.

Responsibilities
  • Develop technical solutions to complex problems
  • Coordinate with Supply Chain, Quality and Production Operations to implement released engineering
  • Apply root cause analysis and CAPA to reduce non-conformances
  • Oversee tooling and production planning from concept to production
  • Design processes with high process capability using the standard tool suite
  • Lead cost estimation, schedule coordination, build process definition and implementation for new products and tooling
  • Lead engineering teams to deliver measurable, metrics-driven results aligned with Value Stream and Program goals
  • Maintain positive relationships with customers and co-workers
  • Continuously improve production processes through Lean initiatives
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Key requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
  • 6+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering
  • Must qualify as a U.S. Person under ITAR regulations
  • Proven ability to work independently in various manufacturing environments
  • Superior interpersonal skills
  • Team player with mentoring and coaching abilities
  • High initiative and self-starting attitude
  • Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement
  • Six Sigma (training or experience)
  • Scheduling and planning principles and tools

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