Manufacturing Engineer (Core/Mold Make)

Career Area: Manufacturing Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Position Information: This position is on-site in Hodges, SC. Domestic relocation is available for this position. Role Definition Assists with technical analysis of manufacturing processes in all aspects of production, costs, quality, compliance to safety guidelines, and environmental requirements for manufacturing. Role will focus on the processes tied to the Core Making and Molding of Sand for manufacturing purposes at the Hodges Foundry. This role will primarily be focused on the capitalization upgrades for the molding process and needed upgrades. Continuous improvements for the rapid improvements needed to increase velocity and reliability of the mold making process. Responsibilities Evaluate quality control processes and make recommendations for improvements in quality control for Sand Core and Mold Making. Analyze production processes, schedules, methods, and other data and then provide management with reports containing the data and statistics to enable management to better understand future requirements needed for the manufacturing process for Sand Core and Mold Making. Review and calculate labor, material, and other production costs along with reviewing schedules and future production requirements to assist management in decision making for Sand Core and Mold Making. Analyze and plan workflow, equipment placement and space requirements to improve manufacturing efficiency for Sand Core and Mold Making. Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair services and make sure that manufacturer’s procedures and instructions are followed to keep production equipment operational for Sand Core and Mold Making. Requirements: Bachelor’s in Engineering or equivalent foundry experience Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Working knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment. Lean Manufacturing: Basic understanding of the philosophy, principles and implementation approaches of lean manufacturing; ability to integrate and implement lean manufacturing philosophy into existing production and management processes. Manufacturing Processes: Working knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies, and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage and monitor the entire manufacturing process. Manufacturing Safety: Working knowledge of manufacturing safety; ability to identify work-related hazards and perform necessary activities to meet regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers, environment, and site. Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies: Working knowledge of organizational standards, procedures, and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance. Problem Management Process - MFG: Basic understanding of manufacturing problem management processes, methodologies, and techniques; ability to use a disciplined approach to bringing that problem to a successful resolution. What you will get: Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date). Access to learning opportunities and employee resource groups. Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status. Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers. Posting Dates: June 17, 2024 - June 30, 2024 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community .