Manufacturing Engineering Technician P1
Trane Technologies · Grand Rapids, MI
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Trane Technologies (industrial) in Grand Rapids, MI. , you will help coordinate and organize production process methods and engineering activities that enable production.
- They ask for
- degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, FMEA, APQP, Control plans, Tooling
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 62 other live manufacturing postings in Michigan.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $74k–$162k, from 23 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ New product launch 63%
- ✓ Tooling 59%
- ✓ Lean 43%
- ✓ FMEA 37%
- Root cause 37%
- Team leadership 30%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for APQP, EHS / safety, Union environment, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Trane Technologies
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
This plant: Trane Technologies in Grand Rapids
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Full description from Trane TechnologiesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Develop and define concepts and manufacturing processes for, and as an integral part of, all new product introductions and product enhancement programs, using advanced engineering techniques such as DFM / DFA (Design for Manufacturability and Assembly), FMEA, 3P (Production, Preparation Process), 7-Ways, and Lean Six Sigma Methodology
- ◆Assumes responsibility for Capital planning, CER creations and Approvals, Capital Project Timing and Implementation, Capital Spending and Budgeting/ Assumes responsibility for Plant VA/VE Savings
- ◆Ensures all equipment meets OSHA compliant safety regulations
- ◆Drives engineering principles and discipline through mentoring, training and project reviews including: PFMEA, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Dynamic Control Plans (DCP), Lean Tools, Project Management and Simultaneous Engineering
- ◆Leverage Lean philosophy to troubleshoot production process issues and develop improvements.
- ◆Support Lean initiatives, such as: RIEs, JDIs, 9-Step Problem Solving, and/or additional initiatives as required.
- ◆Manages, develops and improves manufacturing standards including: machine capability, process maps, set-ups, quality controls, tooling and fixture records, routings and cycle times.
- ◆Create manufacturing process routings
- ◆Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- ✓High School Diploma or General Equivalent Degree (GED) and one plus (1+) years relevant work experience.
- ✓Experience in engineering a manufacturing environment.
- ✓Strong interpersonal skills and able to interact positively and work in a team environment.
- ✓Self-motivated and willing to change priorities as needed.
- ✓Willing to participate in continuous learning opportunities for personal and job development.
- ✓Experience with CAD processes preferred.
- ✓Familiar with utilizing Lean philosophy.
- ✓Knowledgeable of and able to utilize computer system (i.e., Email, Internet, Microsoft Word Suite, MRP).
- ✓Ability to quickly assess manufacturing issues related to design and tolerancing
- ✓Knowledge of basic design and manufacturing datum development and its effect in manufacturing processes
- ✓Experienced in using Apriso, Windchill, and MDP to support manufacturing and product data processes
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Where is the work
On-Site (5 days)
Trane Technologies is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer Tech in Grand Rapids, MI. In this role, you will help coordinate and organize production process methods and engineering activities that enable production. This includes sustaining engineering, new product launch processes and continuous improvement activities. The position is responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining production processes to drive quality and efficiency and to develop manufacturing plans which improve operations competitiveness.
No Sales Commission Eligible
No
Thrive at work and at home
- •Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- •Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- •401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
- •Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- •Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Safety Sensitive Role
Yes The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.