Location:
Kalida, OH | Posting Date:
03/09/2023 | Closing Date:
04/16/2023 |
This Kalida position will oversee the design process from product conceptualization and development to first production runs, as well as be responsible for developing the appropriate tools, controls, equipment, fixtures and processes used in manufacturing of new products and determining the appropriate specifications and procedures used for layout, testing, and prototyping. In addition, this person is responsible for continuous improvement of existing products via design modifications and the re-tooling of components, parts and/or systems used on those product lines.
This position will have direct interaction / communications with outside vendors who are involved in the procurement of raw materials, component parts, and systems used in manufacturing new and existing products, and will be the key link in working with and coordinating the involvement of other areas such as sales, product management, fabrication, production, quality assurance, and prototyping to ensure that the products produced are designed, tested, and manufactured to optimum performance standards with minimal development time.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provides direction on all design criteria specifications for new and existing products which may consist of metal, plastic and rubber components along with hydraulic and electrical systems
- Provides direction in preparing detail parts and assembly drawings.
- Provides direction in coordinating all aspects of design, layout, tooling, and prototyping.
- Provides direction in coordinating all aspects of the manufacturing processes and procedures.
- Provides direction in coordinating all product testing and quality assurance standards.
- Provides direction in coordinating all purchasing standards for raw materials and components.
Secondary Responsibilities:
- Provides periodic project and documentation support as directed by the Engineering Supervisor
- Provides daily, weekly and monthly reports as required by the Engineering Supervisor.
- Provides major project support for all areas as directed by the senior management staff.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or another related engineering discipline with an emphasis on powered machinery.
- Associate degree in one or more engineering disciplines and 5-10 years of applicable experience in Ag design and/or product development can be substituted for the advanced engineering degree.
- Minimum BSME Degree.
- Prior experience and/or familiarity with a 3D CAD Modelling program such as Autodesk Inventor, Catia, Pro-E, Solid Works or Solid Edge design support system.
- Prior experience with design, operation and use of Ag equipment and farming operations.
- Proficiency with written, verbal, presentation, and telephone communications skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft products including Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Power Point, etc.
Benefits:
- $0 Medical Insurance Premiums after 30 days
- 1 week paid vacation after 3 months
- Profit Sharing (up to 15% of wages) and 40(k) retirement plans
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Wellness Program (with the ability to earn an additional $400)
About Us:
- Family owned, world class farm equipment manufacturing since 1948
- Wide variety of agricultural implements
- State of the art manufacturing facilities and equipment
- Focus on quality manufacturing while maintaining a safe and healthy workplace
