Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa

Engineer

• The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for improving and optimizing manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems to enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and reliability at Suncoast.
• This role supports continuous improvement efforts through project management, change control, and collaboration with production and maintenance teams.
• Key responsibilities include developing procedures and documentation, supporting automation and testing, and identifying opportunities to reduce waste, downtime, and cost.
• The Manufacturing Engineer also works closely with production leaders to address equipment issues, improve operating methods, and implement Lean Manufacturing and 5S+ practices.
• Fully implement the production tracking system (Vorne) across all departments and equipment to monitor and track efficiency, OEE, standards with visual daily management that automatically update.
• Create and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and use data-driven analysis to drive decision-making and process improvements.
• Apply project management skills to plan, schedule, budget, and execute engineering projects, ensuring cost control and feasibility.
• Develop engineering drawings, calculations, and technical specifications for machining, electrical systems, layouts, elevations, and plant equipment for both new and existing projects.
• Use technical expertise to collaborate with production and maintenance teams to troubleshoot, engineer, modify, and optimize mechanical and electrical systems and machinery throughout the plant.
• Design and conduct process tests using DOE, statistical methods, hypothesis testing, and equipment validation to support process improvement.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on Lean Manufacturing, 5S+, value stream mapping (VPN), cycle time reduction, zero-based budgeting (ZBB), benchmarking, process variable regression, waste reduction, and Kaizen events.
• Coordinate and lead cross-functional activities with production and maintenance teams to drive performance and efficiency.
• Support quality engineering functions including procedure development, audits, product release approvals, and resolution of customer complaints.
• Assist with team leadership, safety initiatives, and root cause analysis (RCA) for process and equipment issues.
• Coordinate with purchasing department to specify and source appropriate materials, parts, and equipment.
• Assist in training production personnel on process changes, operating procedures, and safety practices.
• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, safety, and product quality.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including work instructions, procedures, specifications, and automation logic.
• Bring energy and adaptability to a fast-paced manufacturing environment, maintaining performance amid changing priorities and tasks.