Operations Engineer

Job ID:

2617

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Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco, Coleman, Oster, Rubbermaid and Sharpie, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY:

The Manufacturing Engineer

position will be responsible for estimating labor requirements and assuring that work is performed in an efficient and safe manner. This individual will check product costing for accuracy along with manufacturing feasibility.

The Manufacturing Engineer must evaluate labor, equipment, packaging and processes to implement productivity improvements.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Investigate and recommend solutions to issues with manufacturing processes, labor, equipment, materials, and layouts

Interview supervisors and operators to identify improvements and assure effective implementation of changes

Manage labor estimate requests and Bill of Material validation for new and existing products

Communicate with multiple departments including corporate functions to assure accurate labor estimates and feasibility of new products or packaging

Improve direct labor efficiencies

Review labor standards and make updates as needed

Consider quality, environmental, health and safety while implementing manufacturing changes

Provide leadership and support to cross-functional teams comprised of Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Marketing, Packaging, Environmental, Safety and Materials.

Develop business case and financial justification for implementing capital projects

Create standard operating procedures and training for equipment or processes.

Lead or support Kaizen and VA/VE events

Project management from ideation, justification, implementation to sustainability

Deliver results that support engineering and organizational mission.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Technical knowledge of estimating labor requirements

Technical knowledge of ergonomics

Familiarity with Lean manufacturing techniques

Good presentation, communication, and professional skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Strong leadership and teamwork abilities

Financial acumen related to manufacturing concepts

Proficient in Power BI

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field or equivalent work in an engineering or engineering related role

2+ years in a manufacturing environment

Injection molding experience a plus

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer?s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.