New Product Development Manufacturing Engineer
- Employer
- Hearth & Home Technologies
- Location
- Lake City, Minnesota
- Salary
- DOE
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- Industry
- Manufacturing and Production
Job Details
New Product Development (NPD) Manufacturing Engineer
Break free from the established norms of a traditional engineering career and thrive as a NPD Manufacturing Engineer in Lake City, MN at Hearth & Home Technologies.
We have created a unique working environment for our engineers, placing them on project teams responsible for every facet of launching new products and processes. This isn’t an engineering career marked by processes and monotony. It’s an engineering career driven by the need to accomplish great things and continuously improve.
Start Building Your Career
Hearth & Home Technologies lives by the philosophy of Lean Manufacturing. It’s a core reason why we’re the world’s largest developer, manufacturer and supplier of fireplaces, stoves and hearth products. We eliminate non-value added activities, while delivering quality products with greater efficiency.
Our NPD Manufacturing Engineers embrace our Lean Manufacturing practices by ensuring the company is using the appropriate level of technology on production processes during manufacturing. They work collaboratively in a new product design team to concurrently design the processes and equipment used to manufacture hearth products.
Our Manufacturing Engineers ensure that the products are manufactured safely, and are quick to detect any errors. They are constantly implementing improvements to eliminate waste and keep our company running smoothly. Our engineers have an exceptional opportunity to be innovative and hands-on, especially since we give them the opportunity to manage their own diverse projects.
Your role as a NPD Manufacturing Engineer
- Drive improvements in plant quality results through development and implementation of capable processes with defined control systems.
- Meet/Exceed customer delivery expectations through effectively managing projects to meet product launch timelines.
- Drive gains in labor efficiency and material savings through product design simplification along with integration of product and process design.
- Ensure a safe workplace for all members through improvements in product design and assembly station ergonomics.
The requirements of a NPD Manufacturing Engineer
- Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- 2-5 years of experience in a Manufacturing Engineering or similar role
- Proficient with computer software (CAD and Microsoft Office)
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Industrial Automation preferred
Why Engineers Choose Hearth & Home Technologies
- Exceptional career development and advancement potential with organizational stability
- Working for the industry leader of a product that people love
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Positive environment where we work together as a team
About Working for Hearth & Home Technologies
Hearth & Home Technologies is the world’s largest developer, manufacturer and supplier of fireplaces, stoves and hearth products. As the Hearth Experts™, we thrive on continual innovation and work to incorporate the latest in material, design and technology. Our consumer-focused approach, strong brands and streamlined value chain help us lead every aspect of the hearth industry.
Lakeville, Minnesota is our home, but we have locations throughout the United States. Hearth & Home Technologies is a subsidiary of HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) and serves residential and commercial markets. HHT produces the industry’s best and most-recognized brands, including: Heat & Glo®, Heatilator®, Quadra-Fire®, Harman®, SimpliFire™, EcoChoice™ and PelPro™. The company also manages Fireside Hearth & Home™ retail stores and builder design centers.
Company
Take ownership of your career with a new job that ignites your passions and rewards your hard work. At Hearth & Home Technologies, you will have the opportunity to Burn Brighter working with a supportive team developing industry-leading hearth products. We’re growing, and hiring in all areas to propel our company forward.
- Website
- http://www.hearthnhome.com/Careers
- Telephone
- 651-345-1654
- Location
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800 W Jefferson
Lake City
MN
55041
US
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