Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

Danfoss is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer whose primary responsibility will be to design and implement processes to enable the organization to meet targets for both existing and new products in a continuous improvement manufacturing environment. The Manufacturing Engineer will be a part of a team that closely works with employees to achieve key performance indicators for safety, quality, delivery and cost.

This role will work daily out of our Shawnee, Oklahoma facility and will report to the Senior Manufacturing Engineering Manager. Relocation for this role may be available. However, support for work authorization cannot be provided.
 

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following.

• Support and actively participate in the development of products, manufacturing processes, and infrastructure.
• Designs, implements, and improves manufacturing processes using Lean tools such as line balancing, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, Root Cause Analysis, Standard Work, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Analyses and plans workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Willing to be hands-on, flexible, and committed to the success of the company goals.
• Develop production testers to ensure system performance.
• Influence, lead, and work in cooperation with cross-functional teams to meet changing demands.
• Evaluates and implement new technologies within manufacturing and automation.
• Confers with planning and design teams concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods and design for automation.
• Project management - plan development and execution.
• Facilitate project meetings with appropriate business content and cascading communication
• Collaborates with suppliers to determine product specifications, arranges equipment, materials or parts for purchase, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Have a strong shop floor presence.
• Respond to escalations and help to resolve issues quickly.
• Foster a continuous improvement culture
   

Background & Skills

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

The ideal candidate possesses these skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering or similar technology is required
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in manufacturing environment is required
• Programming experience with regards to Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) machines is required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office platform (Word, Excel, etc)
• Possess proven problem-solving skills
• Proven strong decision-making skills
• Team player who can build positive working relationships
   

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP experience
• CAD/CAM experience
• 3-year Manufacturing Engineering experience

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid Time Off
• Medical and Dental insurance
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.