Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

About Portland Bolt

Portland Bolt, located in Portland’s Northwest Industrial area, is an organization whose business success has been built around the philosophy of providing unparalleled service, quality products, and on-time deliveries. Established in 1912, Portland Bolt manufactures large bolts and fasteners for construction projects worldwide which include high-rise buildings, bridges, power plants, and stadiums. In 2022, Portland Bolt manufactured and shipped over 6.8 million pounds of anchor bolts and construction fasteners to customers in all 50 states, 10 Canadian provinces and territories, and 31 different countries.

Portland Bolt offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans- employer pays up to 90% of the cost
• 401(K) with company matching
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off
• Free, onsite parking
• Onsite gym
• Company paid Short Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid Life and ADD&D insurance.
• Company-paid employee assistance program

Job Description

This position will support the manufacturing processes at Portland Bolt and drive continuous improvement initiatives to support both top line and bottom line growth for the company. The engineer will also be responsible for facility flow improvements, Kaizen events, and new equipment installation.

Essential Job Functions

• Optimize facility layout, production flow and material handling methods
• Create and maintain complete Value Stream Maps and integrate into Continuous Improvement process
• Manage new equipment installation and commissioning
• Creating Standard Operating Procedures for all areas of facility
• Resolve issues and delays in production
• Manage safety and quality improvement and cost reduction pipelines
• Other duties as assigned to facility performance

Required Qualifications

• Minimum B.S. in mechanical/industrial engineering or related field
• Minimum 2 years of related work experience
• Well-versed in SolidWorks or equivalent CAD program
• Well-versed in MS Office suite of programs
• Experience managing project timelines and budgets
• Logical and analytic approach to problem solving
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced in data analysis techniques and Software (Minitab/JMP)
• Basic understanding of PLC programming
• CNC machining, setup and programming experience

Physical Requirements

• Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Frequently Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Regularly Stand; Walk
• Ability to lift 50lbs