<h1 style="text-align:center;margin:0.0in 0.0in 30.0pt;font-size:18.0pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office Medium';font-weight:normal" align="center">Manufacturing Engineer</h1> Location: Sumter, SC Salary Range: $ 80,000.00 to $ 90,000.00 About SKF: SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow! SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030. We’re guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet. We’re a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment. Learn about SKF at www.skf.com. Position Summary Performs engineering work varied in nature and complexity encompassing planning, evaluating, designing, developing and adapting tools, machines, and new technologies for the purpose of producing new products, increasing productivity on existing products, enhancing quality and reducing manufacturing costs (i.e., the optimum use of workers, machines, materials and facilities). Works closely with other engineers, maintenance, logistics, manufacturing and quality to achieve optimum manufacturing objectives. Key Responsibilities <ul style="margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Makes mathematically/mechanical computations and independent analyses applying scientific and engineering principles, practices and appropriate analytical tools as required.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Develops capital plan and initiates appropriation requests (PAR’s) for major projects. Establishes systems for control of project progress, time schedules and costs. In conjunction with Accounting, prepares PAR post completion audits. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Establishes engineering and equipment standards for efficient application of resources and maintains records and files.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Directly responsible for the engineering and related functions of his/her assigned manufacturing operation(s) including:</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"> <li style="list-style:none;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif"> <ol style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">The setup and maintenance of labor standards</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Development of the manufacturing process for new products and maintaining process documentation including manufacturing drawings, tooling, fixtures, BOM, process routings, SPI’s, etc.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Methods, processes and procedures analysis and work simplification techniques</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Designing and subcontracting of tools, fixtures and gauging</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Controlling NC/CNC functions, including setup sheets, DNC systems and all other interacting projects as well as the training of operators and others</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Analyzing and processing engineering change requests</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Plant, machinery, equipment, assembly layouts</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Troubleshooting technically challenging problems (machinery, equipment, processes)</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Analyzing for improvement to labor, manufacturing costs, variances and margins</li> </ol> </li> </ul> <ul style="margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Initiates cost reduction proposals and investigates proposals from other sources. Compiles appropriate information, makes recommendations for action, implements (if appropriate) and checks on results obtained.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Directs / oversees cost reduction and product / process improvement projects as assigned.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Renders technical service to all other departments as required.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Lead or participate in development of Corrective Actions to address internal or externally identified problems.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Manages / performs other duties and projects as assigned</li> </ul> Qualifications <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 24.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related degree plus 2 - 4 years of relevant experience. A minimum education requirement of a Technical Associate Degree/Apprenticeship Graduate plus at least 5 - 8 years of directly relatable or equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree.</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 24.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Demonstrated problem solving required.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 24.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Demonstrated ability to apply proper analytical and/or Lean tools in completion of their assignments</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 24.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Metal working experience preferred (drilling, turning, taping, grinding & selecting associated tools)</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 24.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">CNC programming preferred</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 24.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Manufacturing experience preferred (taking raw material and making finished product)</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 24.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Assembly experience preferred</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 24.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Face to Face customer experience preferred</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 24.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">CAD/CAM, SolidWorks experience preferred.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 24.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Knowledge of XA, SAP or other ERP system preferred.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 24.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 24.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'SKF Sans Office', serif">Experience in leading Capex projects preferred</li> </ul> Travel Requirements 0-15% of travel What You’ll Love About SKF: Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays. Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health. Flexible work options available, depending on role. Diversity in the Workplace. At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation. Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more! Bonus. SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management. Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.

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