Lead Manufacturing Specialist

1 week ago


Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland beBeeManufacturing Full time €45,000 - €63,000
Manufacturing Engineer

This position plans, directs and coordinates manufacturing processes within an aluminum fabrication plant.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Performing regular safety risk observations to assess workers' and equipment's use during work activities.
  • Conducting engineer audits of established labor, quality and safety standards to ensure compliance with SOP & Procedures, making immediate corrections upon finding deviations.
  • Supporting CNC activities, including writing programs, testing programs and having in-depth knowledge of machine operation.
  • Actively leading and supporting Continuous Improvement activities of TPM Pillar team activities.
  • Developing, evaluating and improving manufacturing methods.
  • Analyzing and planning workforce utilization, space requirements and workflow, designing layouts of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
  • Corresponding with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
  • Communicating with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials or parts, evaluating products according to specifications and quality standards.
  • Assisting Product Development in reviewing process capability in respect to layout and equipment constraints.
  • Corresponding with management, engineering and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
  • Applying statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
  • Providing leaders with project status updates, feedback and appropriate reporting on key process-focused objectives.

Required qualifications include:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline.
  • Preferred: 2+ years' experience in an engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
  • Required: Proficient in AutoCAD.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma.
  • Preferred: Proficient in CNC programming.
  • Experience in process mapping and time studies a plus.
  • Strong mathematical skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong written, oral, communication and presentation skills required (including comfort with Excel and PowerPoint) across many levels within the organization.
  • A sense of urgency to act and area ownership required.
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities, performs other duties as assigned or required.

Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation packages, training and advancement opportunities. YKK AP America provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to provide the security they need to enjoy life at home and at work.

Recruiter Contact:

Nikki Goodwin

YKK AP America Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive workforce.

YKK AP America Inc. will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.

YKK AP America Inc. participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

YKK AP America Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities.

Employment with YKK AP America Inc. is conditioned upon successfully completing a negative drug test for the presence of illegal drugs.

Notice on Recruitment Fraud.

At YKK AP America Inc., we do not ask for personal financial information during telephone, in-person or video interviews nor do we charge job seekers fees as part of the recruitment process.



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