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Primary Location: United States (US) - Louisiana - Thibodaux
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: Manufacturing Engineer - 117910
Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position
Your Responsibilities
As a Manufacturing Engineer for John Deere Thibodaux located in Thibodaux, Louisiana you will:
Collaborate and Communicate: Work closely with Factory Engineering, Operations, Material Flow Engineering, and 5S teams to ensure alignment with safety, quality, and delivery objectives
Drive Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to implementing lean principles to enhance efficiency and performance
Assist with Standards and Specifications: Help draft engineering standards and evaluate their effectiveness under the guidance of senior colleagues
Support Process Analysis and Improvement: Assist in analyzing information and defining methods, process steps, and equipment required to design and continuously improve manufacturing or materials processes and systems
Assist with Standards and Specifications: Help draft engineering standards and evaluate their effectiveness under the guidance of senior colleagues
Manage Layout and Part-Level Data: Participate in projects to develop new layouts and improve existing ones to support safety, quality, and delivery goals, while ensuring accuracy of part-level data in layout and process systems to support Plan for Every Part (PFEP)-defining how each component is received, stored, packaged, and delivered
Coordinate External Activities: Deliver required outcomes by coordinating activities of subcontractors and suppliers and acting as a primary point of contact while working within an established contract management plan
Execute Project Tasks with Accountability: Complete tasks within established project plans, meeting timelines and objectives with accuracy and attention to detail
VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
What Skills You Need
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Proactive approach to implementing change and fostering a culture of innovation
Understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering principles
Proficiency in CAD tools (AutoCAD/Creo)
Strong knowledge of Microsoft tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint)
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to create and maintain technical documentation and work instructions
What Makes You Stand Out
Internship or co-op experience in manufacturing or engineering
Experience with process improvement projects and continuous improvement initiatives
Familiarity with Plan for Every Part (PFEP) and factory layout development
Knowledge of simulation tools or digital twin technology
Experience with material flow optimization and 5S implementation
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Education
Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or technology related field
What You'll Get
At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:
Flexible work arrangements
Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
Adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Programs
Tuition assistance
Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
Charitable contribution match
Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
$66,372.00 - $99,552.00 + Benefits
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Must be 18 years of age or older to apply
The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.
The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.
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