Manufacturing Engineer, Manufacturing Support

For nearly 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. That, combined with our stylish products, expansive dealer and retail network, and dedicated associates, has helped make us the number one North American residential cabinet business. Our unique culture of continuous improvement is based on trusting the tools, empowering the team and moving forward, and is kept alive by our more than 14,000 associates across 20 plus manufacturing facility and offices. Visit www.masterbrand.com to learn more and join us in building great experiences together!

Implement manufacturing solutions across the network of MasterBrand operations through effective project management, mentoring, coaching, and facility hand-off. Facilitate change activity including 3P events, kaizen events and training workshops. Assist and lead Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing Planning, and Implementation teams as required to achieve MasterBrand's goals relating to Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Cost. Specifically, this position would apply principles of the Masterbrand Production System in all aspects of project management and implementation. Position reports directly to VP of Plant Engineering.

This role will require at least 50% travel and can be based out of any of MasterBrand's manufacturing facilities, with a preference in Huntingburg, Indiana. Relocation assistance can be considered.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and audit the MBC Sanding Process Guidebook and maintain the documentation.
• Support sanding-related problem solving and replacement projects.
• Manage and coordinate the planning and implementation of projects relating to engineering, manufacturing, distribution, capacity planning, layout and realignment of facilities, process mapping, methods engineering, economic analysis, new product development, and capital equipment justification, as well as organizational planning and development.
• Lead effort to implement best practices across plants, ensuring adherence to the principles of lean manufacturing.
• Assist and mentor plant management and CI teams with planning and facilitation of strategic plans, new product introduction, capacity planning, etc.
• Plan and develop CER’s (Capital Expenditure Requests) for major facility/equipment projects or projects encompassing multiple locations. Analyze process requirements and develop machine RFQs to support the CER process.
• Prepare and present project concepts and plans.
• Own and manage timelines and project costs from concept to implementation on defined project tasks.
• Coach and train plant leaders in lean manufacturing and problem-solving principles.
• Follow-up with operations ensuring successful implementation of Future State plans.
• Lead events as necessary in the development of improved process flow applying the tools of MPS.
• Champion MasterBrand Production System strategy and provide hands-on support and any necessary training during implementation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or other comparable engineering degree required. Equivalent experience can be considered.
• 5+ years of experience in various manufacturing/operations roles in lean manufacturing environments preferred. Demonstrated capability to learn product lines and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with AutoCAD required. Microsoft Office suite preferred.
• Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills (both verbal and written), including coaching, and facilitating training to large groups.
• Strong problem-solving, conflict management, change management, and project management skills.
• Experience with change management principles and demonstrated ability to drive and manage the change process.
• Willingness and ability to travel overnight up to 50% 

Equal Employment Opportunity

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Reasonable Accommodations

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at [email protected].