Location: Sussex,WI, USA
Job Description:Leer, Inc. is a growing, employee-owned company looking for a Manufacturing Process Engineer to join our Team! This position will be responsible for company-wide manufacturing process improvements which include plant and process troubleshooting, process design, cost Improvements, tooling/fixture design, and capital equipment justification, all of which will drive innovation, customer satisfaction, and reduced costs. Leer's continuous improvement/lean culture focuses on SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, & Cost) principles.Responsibilities Include:Participate and lead cross-functional teams to address and resolve manufacturing, design and quality problems, and ensure the continuous, on-going improvement of processes and methods.Research, identify, and propose new capital equipment and/or manufacturing processes that enhance productivity, taking into consideration the use of the latest technology and industry best practices. Collaborate with Design Engineering and make recommendations regarding the design and assembly of new and existing products to ensure optimum 'design for manufacture'. Be aware of and investigate environmental and safety hazards and work as part of a team to implement corrective action.Lead assigned facilities and capital improvement projects.Perform other duties as assignedQualifications: Bachelor of Science in engineering related field or equivalent experience.2-3 years process improvement related experience.A working knowledge of common manufacturing processes including sheet metal fabrication, stampings, aluminum and steel weldments, precision machined components, etc.Must be able to work on multiple projects under time restrictions in a fast-paced environment.Strong problem-solving skills with demonstrated engineering project management and organizational skills.Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms with suppliers, customers, and employees within the organization.Proficiency with 2D and/or 3D CAD. AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks experience preferred.Available to travel, including internationally up to 10%.Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office.Must have excellent interpersonal skills.Lean Manufacturing experience and knowledge.Must be results driven and self-motivated with a desire to achieve. Must be results driven and self-motivated with a desire to achieveWe Offer:An ESOP is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Like mentioned above, Leer Inc. is 100% employee owned. That means you will be an employee-owner and own a piece of the company. Trust us when we say, if you include your yearly ESOP payments, we offer a compensation package that's difficult to beat. Don't believe us? Stop in and we'll show you.Generous Paid Time Off (Starts at 3-Weeks in 1st Full Year)11 Paid HolidaysHealth Insurance (Subsidized by Leer)Dental InsuranceVision InsuranceShort-Term Disability Insurance (Paid by Leer)Long-Term Disability Insurance (Paid by Leer)Life Insurance (Paid by Leer)401(K)Shoe stipend for steel toesLeer GearCares Program - up to 50% off fitness equipment or gym membershipCommunity involvement hoursAbout Leer Inc.Be part of making iconic products that make all the difference in hospitals, restaurants, and more. We're proud to be an essential business and support other industries who keep us healthy and fed.Leer, Inc. is a growing company that is all about our team members. Really. We're 100% employee-owned.What does employee-owned mean?We share the wealth. After all, if you're putting in the sweat, you deserve the benefit!A few benefits of being 100% employee owned:Yearly, extra financial incentives (on top of your salary)A retirement option to make your golden years truly goldenFull-company transparency because everyone's work is everyone's successBeing all about our team pays off in a big way. We can't stop growing and with more than 30 employees who've been with us for more than a decade (or two!), you know that our employees are some of the most satisfied in the area.We are dedicated to opening new doors for every employee, personally and professionally. If you want to learn more about what that looks like for individuals, reach out! We'd love to share our stories.We're looking for team players to help us sustain our growth and continue to make Leer, Inc. not just an industry-leading manufacturer but the destination employer in the Midwest.Next StepsIf you like what you see here, it's time to apply! Right below this there's a big, blue Apply button. Click it and apply!Okay, we think you can take it from here. We look forward to meeting you!Leer Inc. is an Equal Opportunity EmployerLeer Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Spanish)EEO IS THE LAWEEO IS THE LAW (Spanish)