Position summary:
The flexible manufacturing engineer will support the development of a catalog of technologies and solutions to be applied in manufacturing with a focus on delivering a reduction in total delivered cost of product, this could be through quality, safety and/or efficiency improvementsThis role is responsible to drive flexible manufacturing initiatives through software and automation solutions in the manufacturing environment with a focus on robotics, cobotics and autonomous vehicles but could include other technologiesThis individual must also collaboratively troubleshoot, develop, and maintain a standard for these solutionsA strategic approach and use of industry standards should be applied with a focus on building re-useable, scalable models and work packages.
Primary responsibilities:
All statements below should consider the areas of flexible manufacturing automation, automated guided vehicles, robots and cobots.
Lead efforts from ideation to basic design (60%) and provide consultation in detailed design phase for the implementation of flexible manufacturing automation, automated guided vehicles, robots and cobots.
Develop feasibility studies and business cases independently and/or with a team to identify areas of opportunity for flexible manufacturing automation, autonomous vehicles, robots and cobots.
Serve as a consultant to the business regarding addressing process pains and inefficiencies through innovative designs, data analysis, and process assessmentsAdvise on options, risks, costs versus benefits, and impact on other business processes and system priorities.
Performs evaluations of technology standards, tools/products and solutions to make rational design decisions from both a business and technical perspective.
Oversee integration strategy of each solution and participate in project management milestone gate phase assessments.
Work with the engineering and business community to ensure alignment with the current and future state of manufacturing processes and designs.
Assist in vendor selection process and provide recommendations for investment in technology solutions, supported by appropriate roi, total cost of ownership, and/or cost benefit analyses.
Develop skill matrix and competency building plans for technical staff to sustainably maintain and operate new technologies.
Requirements and minimum education level:
A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related field preferredRelevant experience considered.
Experience:
10+ years with engineering design and implementation
7+ years with robots, cobots and/or autonomous vehicles.
Experience in cpg manufacturing and fda regulations in the industry is preferred.
Skills:
Familiarity with industry standards, such as ansi/isa-95 and ansi/isa-88.
Experience and working knowledge of ansi/ria r15.06
Knowledge of project management methodologies (pmp, scrum,)
Significant depth of expertise and track record of accomplishments with flexible manufacturing automation, automated guided vehicles, robots and cobots.
Technical skills:
O ability to create intuitive standards and documentation.
O automation and motion control programming
O use of 2d and 3d cad and/or cam
O deep knowledge of servo, hydraulics and pneumatics controls
O experience with robotics middleware
O experience with proprietary robotics programming languages
O experience with 2d and 3d vision systems (cognex, keyence, fanuc)
O experience with ai and machine learning
Effectiveness skills:
O maintain a professional demeaner that portrays integrity and respect for others.
O strong interpersonal and insight skills required in order to work effectively within a matrix organization.
O ability to present ideas and convey value to internal customers.
O strategic agility, and able to resolve conflict and ambiguous issues
O ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external colleagues at varying levels within the organization
O ability to challenge the status quo effectively in a continuous improvement driven mindset while maintaining compliance and business relationships.
O strong results and service orientation and ability to close communication feedback loops
O knowledge of cost, efficiency, and productivity optimization methods
O ability to develop and evaluate integrated systems
O attention to detail, data organization and analysis
O strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills
O strong computer skills – access, excel, powerpoint, word required
Safety responsibilities:
O applied knowledge of ansi/ria r15.06 industrial robot safety standard
O understand when and how to wear appropriate personal protection (i.e., goggles when using compressed air).
O use proper lifting techniques.
O understand dust explosion hazards.
O understand emergency evacuation routes and evacuation procedures.
O understand and follow behavior based safety programs.
O adhere to all gmp requirements and quality programs.
Travel requirements as necessary but could be as much as 50% in a given month.
The nestlé companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employmentAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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