Manufacturing Engineer

As pioneers and global leader, Hiab is ambitious to write forward our success story, inspiring and shaping our industry. The world in which we operate with our class-leading products, intelligent services and innovative digital solutions is constantly changing.

Together, we keep everyday life moving to build a better tomorrow.

Purpose of the position

We are seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in optimizing our production processes. In this critical role, you will leverage your engineering expertise to design and implement efficient manufacturing systems, ensuring the highest quality standards and cost-effectiveness. You will be responsible for troubleshooting and resolving production issues, while staying abreast of and integrating new technologies to continually improve our manufacturing capabilities. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-oriented engineer to contribute significantly to the success of our organization.

Main tasks and responsibilities

Ensure adherence to company safety regulations and promote a safety-oriented culture; Collaborate with the safety coordinator to implement safety improvements and assist in investigating lost time incidents, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions; Utilize Lean tools for process improvement to enhance manufacturing productivity, efficiency, and safety; Maintain ERP system BOMs and define standard work and operating procedures; Implement quality-related improvements in production, such as poka-yoke solutions and fixturing/tooling enhancements; Collaborate with value stream manager/leader to develop support structures and introduce New Product Introduction (NPI) processes; Manage continuous improvement efforts for quick changeover, standardized work, and workplace organization; Optimize material flow alongside the warehouse manager and ensure effective visual management from concept to implementation; Implement technical solutions for material handling and enhance inventory accuracy through efficient picking methods; Develop manufacturing build sequences, layout design, and cycle time charts; Lead Kaizen events and provide training on lean manufacturing tools and concepts; Manage technical improvement projects and waste reduction initiatives to streamline operations; Exemplify HIAB values and demonstrate leadership behaviors; Embrace change as an opportunity and effectively communicate complex strategies into actionable steps; Drive results in a global environment through effective decision-making and creating focus.

What you’ll need to succeed

Degree level in mechanical engineering; 3 to 5 years of industrial manufacturing and/or production engineering experience; Knowledge and understanding of Mechanical, Electrics/Electronics, Assembly work, Hydraulics, Work Instructions and Safe working practices; Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team; Ability to successfully transfer knowledge; Ability to work on own initiative, to come up with solutions and problem solving; Understanding of TAKT time and build implications; Computer Literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, PowerPoint (experience in Microsoft Visio and Autocad/Solidworks/Pro-E(Creo) would be beneficial); An appetite for Personal self-development; Experience in using ERP systems; Flexibility in covering for other engineers in the M.E. team; Black belt in Six Sigma. 

You will be part of

We offer you a position in a global organisation where you are challenged with interesting and diverse tasks. These tasks will provide a great opportunity for you to grow professionally.

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