Production Manufacturing Engineer

At Gentex, you’ll help create innovative technologies that improve how people live, travel, and stay connected. Join a company driven by quality products across an evolving range of industries. POSITION OVERVIEW   The Mechanical   Engineer II is the catalyst for technical problem solving and continuous improvement on the manufacturing line .    This role works as part of a team dedicated to continuous improvement , implementing and revising processes   to   maximize efficiency and meet customer expectations.   WHAT YOU’LL DO     Monitor production process to   improve ;   product flow, yield,   and   uptime.   Optimize   current equipment and improve process capabilities.   Develop the team to   utilize   problem solving techniques and methods ,   and provide leadership   in the identification, analysis, and resolution of issues.   Lead continuous improvement efforts within the line support team   and manage product and process improvement initiatives on the production line   Identify   and implement process improvements to   e liminate   variation in the production process caused by equipment and/or product design.     Prioritize projects and issues that are associated with the production line   using best business practices .   L everage   technical   resources to   incorporate   line improvements   and remove barriers.   Represent the production team by   i nterfac ing   with other departments   to ensure that quality and customer requirements are met .   Work with production G roup   L eaders ,   P roduction Support Engineers (PSEs),   and team members to resolve quality issues, line rejects/ RMA   (Return Materials Authorization) .     Owns technical responses to 8D/RMA quality concerns and control methods to   maintain   and improve process capability   Mentor incoming PSE s, focusing on developing technical skills and   problem-solving   issues.     Assist   in the development of Control Plans, FMEA’s, Process Flow Charts and Assembly Drawings.   Other duties as assigned.   HOW YOU’LL DO IT   Attention to Detail   -   Ensuring information is complete and   accurate ; following up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled.   Champion Change   -   Understanding the need for change and helps   planning   for and   accommodating   it as creatively and positively as possible.   Planning and Aligning   -   Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.   Problem Solving   -   Defining a problem,   determining   the cause,   identifying ,   prioritizing   and selecting alternatives for a solution, and implementing a solution.   Optimizing   Work Processes   -   Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.   Mentoring and Coaching   -   Providing   timely   guidance and feedback (both positive and constructive) to help others recognize strengths and…