Provide engineering support to all departments within the Algona Snap-on Plant.  Take the lead on various capital projects, often related to new equipment or processes.  Develop manufacturing methods to reduce costs of operations, increase capacity, and reduce waste.  Design/implement plant layouts & contribute to both the short-term & long-term facility plans.

• Troubleshooting: Daily support of all manufacturing departments to prevent/minimize equipment downtime
• Analyze and specify new processes and equipment necessary to accommodate the manufacture of all new and existing products
• Coordinate outside vendor contract work to ensure outcomes satisfy project goals and budget (supplement in-house machine and process build efforts)
• Provide financial justification and timelines for new project implementation
• Lead travel groups of Snap-on employees to observe other facilities and processes – also arrange off-site meetings and equipment runoffs
• Complete required safety signoffs & ensure proper guarding on new equipment – also provide associate training for new equipment in regard to machine operation, maintenance, and safety
• Ensure the continued effectiveness of existing assets through preventative maintenance programs and spare parts inventory (work in conjunction with maintenance department)
• Work closely with Tool & Die department to design and/or purchase tooling and fixtures used to generate production parts
• Other duties as assigned by the Eng. Manager

• Engineering degree (BSME preferred)
• Proficient in computer applications: Microsoft Office, 2D AutoCAD, 3D modeling software (Catia and Autodesk Inventor preferred)
• Proficient in verbal and written technical communications

  PREFERENCES 

• Manufacturing plant experience
• Knowledge of basic sheet metal fabrication techniques and equipment
• Experience with PLC’s (Programmable Logic Controllers), CNC equipment, powder paint, vision systems, welding, robotics, & other automation
• Desired characteristics:  Integrity, problem solving skills, conscientious, innovative, independent thinker, team player, positive attitude, hard worker