Manufacturing Engineer & Continuous Improvement Manager
Company: RIX INDUSTRIES
Location: Sparks
Posted on: February 1, 2025
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Job Description:
RIX Industries is a technology-focused company specializing in
the design, development and manufacturing of gas generation
systems, precision compressor solutions, and cryogenic cooling
technologies for critical applications in Marine, Aerospace, Land,
Energy, Industrial, Medical, and Critical Infrastructure markets.
Founded in 1878, the company is headquartered in Benicia, CA, and
operates additional facilities in Sparks, NV and Rockville,
CA.Position SummaryThe Manufacturing Engineering Manager (MEM) is
primarily responsible for leading the Manufacturing Engineering
function at RIX Industries. The role will lead the development of
all Manufacturing Engineering functional processes, tools, and
resources. This position is primarily accountable for facilitating
maximum efficiency in all manufacturing processes while fostering a
culture of safety, continuous improvement, and operational
excellence. Responsibilities--- The MEM is responsible for driving
increased production efficiency and a continuous improvement
culture. In particular, an emphasis on process first pass yield and
rework prevention is paramount. --- Leads the development and
continuous refinement of Manufacturing Engineering functional
processes and tool sets.--- Supervises direct reporting
Manufacturing Engineers by organizing functional priorities,
assigning project responsibilities, enabling progress, and
promoting their professional development. --- Contributes to the
Operations Department long and short-term planning, particularly as
it pertains to optimizing manufacturing efficiency, capabilities
and capacities. --- Identifies capital equipment investment
opportunities and develops investment plans to support their
implementation (ROI).--- Establishes and monitors key performance
indicators (KPIs) to measure manufacturing process efficiency,
including cycle time, productivity, FPY, and scrap rates.---
Prepares and manages the Manufacturing Engineering department
budget, including cost tracking and forecasting.--- Leads the ME
Department's involvement in the New Product Introduction (NPI)
process, ensuring that all facets of Production Readiness are well
developed, on time, and are proven to satisfy the production
program requirements. This leadership includes both continuing
improvement of the generic NPI process, as well as facilitating
project level involvement. --- Promotes an effective Interface with
design engineering on new and existing products, influencing
designs toward a more producible, more easily assembled
configuration.--- Oversees the development, documentation and
optimization of manufacturing and assembly processes including work
instructions, work cell designs, tools, and fixtures. --- Assist in
evaluation of equipment to ensure compliance with safety and
environmental regulations.--- Audit or monitor work in-progress to
ensure conformance to set labor standards and to identify
opportunities for improvement.--- Trouble shoot process and
equipment issues and implement appropriate remedies.--- Coordinates
with the quality team to ensure timely and accurate completion of
activities related to MRRs, CARS, and other quality processes,
including providing technical support and direction for rework
activities.--- Coordinates and ensures completion of all activities
related to implementation of Engineering Changes; ensures that BOMs
and routings are up-to-date and are optimized to the design
intent.--- Implements Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
methodologies to reduce waste, improve flow, and enhance production
quality, serving as one of the company's champions for Lean
initiatives and driving organization-wide adoption. --- Fosters a
positive and inclusive team culture, focusing on employee
engagement, retention, and skill development. --- Ensures
manufacturing processes align with customer requirements for
quality, delivery, and cost.--- Provide training to production
associates as necessary.--- Establish preventive maintenance
schedules for equipment and tooling assigned to specified
production.--- Facilitate and ensure effective communication
between the various RIX functions and the Manufacturing Engineering
staff.--- Perform all other duties in the best interest of the
company or as directed by the Director of Manufacturing
Operations.Minimum Qualifications--- Bachelor's degree in
industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering from an
accredited college or university, and a minimum of 7 years of
relevant work experience in a manufacturing or industrial
engineering role. --- Green Belt or higher qualification in Lean
Six Sigma or a similar process improvement methodology.--- Working
knowledge of machine design and GD&T dimensioning.--- Working
knowledge of detail part manufacturing, assembly processes and
production workflow planning.--- Advanced understanding of Bill of
Material (BOM) structuring and routings.--- Outstanding critical
thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills, including a
high-level of ingenuity and creativity.--- Basic computer skills
with the ability to adapt to a variety of software applications
(including Autodesk-Inventor, Visio, Excel, and Project).---
Familiarity with and ability to perform basic cost accounting
calculations such as ROI, NPV, and Cost of Goods.--- Ability to
communicate with others to exchange information both orally and in
writing.--- Solid understanding of algebra and geometry, ability to
apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms,
polynomial equations, and differential calculus.--- Understanding
of mechanisms and how the parts interrelate in an assembly.---
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.--- Citizenship: U.S.
Citizen or qualified U.S. Person in accordance with ALU 22CFR
120.15. May require the ability to obtain DOD security
clearance.Preferred Qualifications--- Experience implementing Lean
manufacturing practices. --- Specific experience in the manufacture
of complex machinery, and particularly promoting Design for
Manufacture/Design for Assembly principles.--- Familiarity with
basic business finance principles. Physical Requirements & Work
EnvironmentThis position is regularly exposed to the following
conditions:--- Manufacturing, warehouse, and office environments---
While working near moving equipment, mechanical parts and lift
trucks; must have the ability to follow safe operating
procedures.--- May be exposed to loud noise, fumes and/or toxic
chemicals.Must have the following physical abilities:--- Ability to
stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, reach, and lift.--- Ability to
lift to 50 pounds regularly.--- Ability to sit or stand for
extended periods at a desk or table as well as machine tools or
printers.PI967376a68a0e-25660-36583639
Keywords: RIX INDUSTRIES, Sparks , Manufacturing Engineer & Continuous Improvement Manager, Executive , Sparks, Nevada
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