Ignite Your Career at Unimacts: Powering Renewable Energy’s Future!
Unimacts is on the cutting edge of contract manufacturing and supply chain management in the solar and wind sectors. With operations spanning the globe—from the U.S. and Mexico to Spain, India, and China—we’re making waves in renewable energy markets. Thanks to the groundbreaking Inflation Reduction Act, we’re poised for unparalleled growth in the solar industry. And guess what? Our parent company is backed by some of the most esteemed venture capital firms that have invested in globally recognized, VC-backed companies. It’s an electrifying time to join us!
Unimacts is looking for a dynamic Manufacturing Engineer (ME) to join our Las Vegas Operations on a 6-months contract. At Unimacts, our employees are "industrial business athletes," excelling in various roles. The key responsibility of this role is to lead and take a hands-on approach in developing our Sloan, NV plant capacity. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are excited about driving innovation, this role is for you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process Development Leadership: Spearhead process development programs on our existing manufacturing equipment to enhance performance metrics.
- New Process Implementation: Drive the implementation of new processes as our product portfolio expands, ensuring the factory is equipped for future growth.
- Kaizen and Improvement Workshops: Lead Kaizen events, improvement workshops, and team-based programs to continuously improve performance.
- Capital Investment Management: Oversee capital investment projects to support plant development and new capabilities.
- New Product Programs: Utilize APQP processes and the Unimacts Operating System (UOS) to lead new product programs, focusing on Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Lean Six Sigma principles.
- PPAP Support: Facilitate the introduction of new products through PPAP, creating work instructions and necessary process control documentation.
- Engineering Change Management: Implement engineering changes and associated process adjustments to maintain optimal production.
- Cost Estimation: Calculate cost estimates for new product and process introductions to ensure financial viability.
- Continuous Improvement: Champion metrics-driven continuous improvement initiatives to elevate operational excellence.
- Safety and Quality Leadership: Be a strong advocate for our Safety – Quality – Delivery – Cost operational excellence culture.
- Technical Documentation: Create drawings and schematics to communicate and design equipment effectively.
- Equipment Installation: Coordinate the installation and start-up of new equipment to ensure seamless integration into the production process.
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering.
- Experience: 5+ years in engineering, manufacturing, or sourcing of engineered mechanical components.
- Roll forming process: 3 + years in engineering roll forming processes
- Lean Six Sigma: Proficient in Lean Six Sigma principles, capable of selecting and implementing tools and techniques in manufacturing operations.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of drawings, bill-of-materials, and GD&T; able to analyze and use technical information effectively.
- Quality Tools: Experienced in process control and quality tools/techniques (SPC, GD&T gauge, R&R) and ISO9001 QMS requirements.
- Communication and Leadership: Excellent communicator with outstanding leadership skills.
- Project Management: Skilled in project management, capable of creating and managing project plans.
- Industry Standards: Knowledgeable in relevant industry standards and specifications (ASTM, AWS, EN, ISO).
- Computer Skills: Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Teams, and basic CAD skills.
- Cost Analysis: Good understanding of manufacturing costs, able to perform should-cost analysis and product cost estimates.
- Takt Time/Cycle Time: Strong understanding of Takt Time / Cycle time
- Detail-Oriented: Hands-on, self-starter who enjoys leading projects and ad-hoc global teams.
- Language Skills: Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred.
- OEE: Strong experience with OEE
Become a part of a dynamic team at Unimacts and contribute to our innovative and thriving operations!
