Manufacturing Engineer

Why join us?

Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

GENERAL PURPOSE

• In a developing capacity and under direct supervision, applies basic engineering principles, concepts, theories, and techniques in support of business objectives and may provide fundamental engineering leadership and expertise.

• May conduct feasibility studies, determine manpower and cost estimates, and develop engineering criteria.

• Responsible for developing, evaluating, and improving assembly processes by applying knowledge of product design, assembly methods, fixturing, automation and tooling designs.

• May apply originality, ingenuity and knowledge of other disciplines in solving basic technical issues.

• Work with internal teams and equipment suppliers to aid in process improvements to current production lines and design for assembly methods for new product launches. Support company objectives for Safety, Quality, Cost and Reliability.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ability to use originality and ingenuity to apply solutions.

• Applies basic engineering skills to work assignments.

• Support required activities associated with assembly changes or new seating product launches.

• Applies basic supply chain cost, value stream capabilities and economic principles.

• Completes engineering tasks under the direction of leadership.

• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

• Seeks and receives mentoring from senior level and engineering leadership.

• Seeks approval of budget owner using appropriate request process.

• Strong floor coverage and operations support required

• Optimize floor layout, material flow manufacturing efficiencies, floor space utilization and overhead.

• Research and recommend new tools, automation and methodologies for product/process changes focused on seating assembly.

• Evaluate existing machinery and processes to recommend improvements that enhance both operator performance and ergonomics/safety for production.

QUALIFICATIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• B.S. in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.

• Engineering/Technical degree from an accredited program or 2-year technical degree in related field with 3 years of applicable engineering experience.

• 3-6 years of experience in manufacturing, working with areas such as upholstery and production assembly preferred.

Licenses and Certifications / Skills and Abilities

• Strong problem-solving skills using engineering methodology.

• High sense of urgency to drive quick results

• Exposure to project management concepts may be essential for some assignments.

• Experience in Kaizen, continuous improvement and formal problem solving.

• Experience in defining and implementing cell layout, plant layout and ergonomically designed workstations.

• Must be able to communicate effectively with people at various levels including production, engineering, and management and to be able to work well with and develop a partnering relationship with other team members.

• Experience in Kaizen, continuous improvement and formal problem solving.

• Must have basic problem solving ability and be able to apply engineering expertise to problem solving.

• At the direction of supervision must be able to effectively react to changing priorities and work flow and be able to anticipate, recognize, and respond effectively to changes which affect project plans.

• Must have an overall basic business sense and understand how decisions impact business results.

• Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodation.

• Must be able to communicate effectively with people at various levels including production, engineering, and management and to be able to work well with and develop a partnering relationship with other team members.

• Strong Computer and MS Office working knowledge including Herman Miller mainframe applications and engineering related software.

• AutoCAD and SolidWorks preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We're committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at careers_help@millerknoll.com.