With new ownership and supportive leadership at the helm since early 2022, Associated Materials is embarking on a transformation to maximize our potential through investments in people, operations, and brands.

If you want to be part of a company where your ideas and input are more than just encouraged—they’re valued—this is the place for you. At Associated Materials, you will be part of the change, and your contributions will provide an immediate and lasting impact, helping us achieve what’s possible.

SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for operational process improvements throughout the facility. This role provides an effective interface for the day-to-day manufacturing leadership and production teams to drive efficiency and ensuring safety and customer satisfaction. This role takes the responsibility to supports the Value Stream by recommending and implementing methods for eliminating waste such as restructuring jobs, reorganizing workflow, reallocating tools/equipment. In addition, the Senior Manufacturing Engineer aligns with the Windows Manufacturing leadership to effectively develop and improve existing equipment specifications, performance requirements, reduces machine downtime, and maintains/develops effective standard work.

DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Uses a logic flow to improve key manufacturing processes.
• Develops and recommends equipment specifications, performance requirements, cost analysis and proposals utilizing an improved sequencing methodology that improves and drives effectiveness and efficiency.
• Monitor and evaluate production efficiencies including but not limited to: scrap generation, identifying ways to reduce scrap and ensuring product quality standards.
• Develop manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for fabricating, building, assembling and installing components.
• Assures system and product quality by designing testing methods, testing finished product and confirming fabrication, assembly and installation processes.
• Managing, motivating subordinates to reach peak performance.
• In partnership with operational leaders, ensure project cost and schedule targets are achieved, managing the implementation of projects and lean initiatives with teams.
• Act as a change agent; drive change and influence others with implied authority within the organization to make sustainable and measurable process improvements.
• When needed, will lead project execution through completion with a hands-on attitude to drive the continuous improvement culture on the shop floor.

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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 7-10 years of experience in a high performing manufacturing environment demonstrating impact and efficiency improvements
• Ideal candidate will have experience in flat glass or glass manufacturing operations.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office is important
• Ideal candidate is skilled in implementing Lean Manufacturing methodology in order to drive out cost.

Associated Materials is a leader in exterior building products for residential and commercial remodeling and new construction markets. We produce vinyl windows, vinyl and composite siding and accessories, and metal building products—and distribute other essential building products to ensure customers find everything they need for their exterior.

Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, more than 4,000 associates across North America support Associated Materials. We operate 11 manufacturing facilities and more than 100 Alside and over 20 Gentek supply centers across the United States and Canada. Through our unique combination of award-winning products, manufacturing and distribution operations, installation solutions, and support services, the opportunities at Associated Materials are endless!

Associated Materials is an equal opportunity employer.