Manufacturing Engineer

Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics, and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton. We're more than a company, and we're a community of passionate, creative professionals striving toward a shared vision: revolutionizing the way the mining industry operates. With a presence stretching from Johannesburg to Vancouver, Sydney to Lima, you are part of a global brand that supports creativity, fosters innovation, and encourages you to think big, share ideas and be yourself. Job Overview Komatsu is searching for a Manufacturing Engineer to provide technical assistance to manufacturing by evaluating methods and equipment to reduce manufacturing cost. This role will assist in the implementation of capital projects develop new and improved manufacturing methods, provide solutions to daily manufacturing issues, and explore and develop cost improvement opportunities. Key Job Responsibilities Work safe and be an advocate for safety. Plans and designs manufacturing processes in industrial plant. Maximizes efficiency by analyzing layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods, and work force utilization. Determines parts and tools needed in order to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specification. Develops step-by-step methods for making the products Communicates effectively with the management, plant personnel, and individuals outside the company. Identify and reports any cost improvements. Arranges for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts and evaluates them according to specifications and quality standards. Qualifications/Requirements Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering: Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing or Electrical Technology Minimum 2-5 years relevant work experience Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing manufacturing efficiency Experience with dimensional mechanical measurement tools, micrometers, calipers, hardness testers, etc. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook), AutoCAD, solid modeling software such as SolidWorks Additional Information Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Nearest Major Market: Longview