Job Description

Vari-Form Manufacturing Inc is a Flex-N-Gate Company.

Vari-Form is the world leader in hydroforming manufacturing. Vari-Form is experiencing several new business opportunities brought on through the electrification of automotive vehicles. Vari-Form’s solution provides a light weight, environmentally friendly, low-cost alternative to traditional stamped and welded components. We make parts using water and believe that the future of manufacturing and automotive can benefit from this technology.

Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer designs, builds and maintains machines and tools within plant facilities to ensure most efficient and productive operation for manufacturing processes.

Job Duties

Evaluates manufacturing processes, designs new systems and processes for the introduction of new products or for the improvement of existing ones.
Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors.
Prepare manufacturing proposals and estimates for new products including tooling cost requirements, and manufacturing resources.
Participates actively and effectively in continuous improvement plans related to position responsibilities
Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.
Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
Devises new approaches to complex problems through adaptations and modifications of standard technical principles.
Ensures compliance of practices, procedures and instructions relative to applicable facility standards (ISO, TS, etc.);
Performs all other tasks as assigned by management.

Requirements

Degree or equivalent related experience in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
3-5 years’ automotive
Knowledge of mechanical and electrical manufacturing processes, including hydraulic systems.
Knowledge of robots, ergonomics, safety systems, pneumatics, laser cutting, MIG, and resistance welding.
Proficiency in engineering computer software (CAD, CATIA, NX etc.)
Must be a self-starter able to work with a minimum of supervision.
Strong planning and time management skills.
Solid project management skills.
Sound analytical and problem solving skills, with an emphasis on a “hands on” approach.
Exposure to Lean Manufacturing principles and practices preferred.
Must be detail oriented.
Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance
Family and employee assistance program
Defined contribution retirement pension plan
Paid sick days and vacation time
Paid Vari-Form holidays
Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
Employee recognition, service awards, BBQs, and other employee appreciation events