Manufacturing Engineer

Horton, Inc • Westminster, South Carolina, United States • 4d ago

Manufacturing Engineer

US-SC-Westminster

Job ID: 2025-3372
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Engineering
Horton, Inc.

Overview

Horton, Inc. has an opening for a Manufacturing Engineer to work at our location in Westminster, SC. This job is focused on CNC Machining and requires experience along with a 4-year degree. The standard work week is Monday-Friday and relocation assistance is available.

Position Summary:

Horton just acquired an Ibarmia THC12 5-axis machining center to drive new business growth opportunities. In addition to this machine, within the last 18 months, Horton purchased new twin-spindle turning centers: Mori Seiki NLX2500 & Okuma LB4000EX. The Westminster plant is focused on growing CNC machining capability and capacity to strategically acquire new business. This role will receive general guidance from and report to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager. The overall work scope includes defining and implementing plans that utilize personnel, facilities, equipment, and processes to achieve the desired quality and quantity of production at the most favorable cost. This position will also work directly with corporate MFG and Product Design to bring new product to market. This role will be uniquely positioned to collaborate on future machining strategies for the Oconee facility.

Company Information:
As a global leader in thermal control for power systems, Horton offers a variety of technologies for transportation and industrial applications to operate at the optimal temperature - even in the most demanding conditions. For over 75 years, the organization has been an integral partner to companies worldwide providing innovative and reliable engine cooling solutions for heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. For more information on Horton, Inc. please visit our web site at www.hortonww.com.

Responsibilities

Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Machining Focus) Responsibilities:

Develops and improves production processes.

Works with plant staff to identify best in class production machining processes and / or methods.
Focuses on opportunities for improvement, which includes determining "bottlenecks" in the process, with a specific focus on production CNC turning and milling operations of both ferrous & non-ferrous materials.
Studies existing fixtures/tooling and develops new designs or modifications to improve accuracy, quality, and efficiency.
Designs and specifies new fixtures/tooling for plant processes and upgrades of current machines to improve accuracy, quality, and efficiency.
Develops cost/benefit analysis and layout for future capital purchases of machinery or development of new work cells in response to anticipated production capacity needs, writing proposals for capital improvements

Assists with the preparation of cost estimates for given products by analyzing the production process and costing each step, providing information to be used by corporate engineering and sales staff for proposals and product pricing.

Designs manufacturing process for new parts or products and maintains process documentation when modifications to existing process are made.

Breaks down new & existing processes into steps, placing those steps in the correct sequence, and assigning the process to the most efficient available machine or cell.
Writes and reviews engineering change requests (ECO's) to determine whether proposed changes require process modifications and either recommends that the change be approved or recommends that the ECO not be approved based on lack of feasibility or excessive cost.
Changes process documentation to conform to new methods.
Works with supervisors to train production staff in the use new methods.

Applies Mathematical Calcs & SPC Methods to determine manufacturing process & production cost standards. Routinely audits all processes, material flow paths, and routings to confirm standard cost accuracy.

Defines Continuous Improvement Activities to Ensure Competitive Advantage
Shared Owner of Engineering Admin Systems: Oracle, ECO, BOM, ECR, NPJA Process, QMS Engineering Standards, NX Modeling Software, & Production Systems
Assists with Capital Expenditure Justification, Asset Management, & ROI Tracking
Troubleshoots and problem-solves to support all areas of the plant. Answers questions and helps production associates develop proper skills and technique
Follows APQP standards and uses quality tools to direct process improvement activity

Other miscellaneous Manufacturing Engineering Tasks as assigned related to cost/benefit analysis, planning for future plant expansions, purchases of machinery, equipment moves, or development of new production areas in response to anticipated production growth.

Intrinsically Motivated & Self-Managed leader that promotes and exemplifies manufacturing excellence at all levels.

Qualifications

Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Machining Focus) Qualifications:

Requires a B.S. Degree in Engineering (or a technically related field) to be validated prior to employment.
Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working with advanced CNC machining applications in a manufacturing environment
Familiarity with controls
Lean 6 Sigma methodology
Demonstrated experience with managing equipment purchases
Ability to work with cross functional team to achieve results and meet project timelines
Preferred Software Skills: Understanding and demonstrated knowledge of MasterCam. NX MFG, or Espirit. Demonstrated proficiency in Heidenhain TNC-7 control
Must be authorized to work in the United States. No Visa sponsorship provided now or in the future for this position

Additional Information:

We offer a competitive benefits package including PTO, Company Paid Holidays, 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Life, AD&D, STD, LTD, Education Assistance, and a dynamic work environment.

Relocation assistance is available for this position.

To apply, qualified candidates should log onto https://careers-horton.icims.com.

Horton, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. Veterans/Disabled

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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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