Manufacturing Designer Job at Cirrus Aircraft in Duluth

Job Summary:

Are you ready to take your design skills to the next level and make a tangible impact in the manufacturing world? As a Manufacturing Designer, you will be at the forefront of developing cutting-edge tooling and equipment in collaboration with our Continuous Improvement, Demand Flow Technology/ COS engineering team. In this role you will be responsible for owning and implementing innovative designs/ideas that revolutionize our manufacturing process.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Job Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• Design Excellence- Create detailed models and tooling drawings using Creo Parametric that will enhance our existing operations. Your designs will encompass a variety of components, assemblies, work surfaces, conveyance carts, and packaging solutions.
• Drive Continuous Improvement-Play a vital role in improving our manufacturing line and its design libraries. Your insights and creativity will drive efficiency and innovation across our production processes.
• Collaborate - Work closely with cross-functional teams/engineers/technicians to bring ideas to life, ensuring that your designs not only meet but exceed operational needs.
• Manage, promote and release manufacturing data using Windchill PDMLink
• Follow all safety standards and policies and ensure a safe operating environment, including use of appropriate protective equipment and identification of potential safety concerns.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

• Associates degree from a college, university, or technical school; or one to two years of related experience/training; or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• CAD design experience. Creo experience is a plus.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Experience with GD&T / tolerancing
• Familiarity with standard machining processes
• Aptitude for mechanical systems design.
• Practical experience in construction.
• General knowledge, or experience, in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Demonstrated Proficiencies/Skills/Abilities:

• Continuous Improvement : Ability to think outside of the box / offer innovative solutions to improve existing manufacturing processes / equipment.
• Production and Processing: Ability to accurately follow and document a sequence of manufacturing steps.
• Mechanical: General knowledge of common tools and their purpose.
• Design: Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft office, specifically Excel. CAD experience. Creo a plus.
• Language: Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• Quality: High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Teamwork: Ability to work productively in a team environment; positive attitude and team spirit.
• Approachable: Ability to work with technicians/team that will be impacted by your designs. Openness to any and all feedback.
• Professionalism: Tactfulness and respect in working with others regardless of their status or position or the urgency of situations; Acceptance of responsibility for own actions; Integrity in following through on commitments.
• Attendance/Punctuality: Punctuality in arrival times and observance of appropriate break and meal periods; acceptable attendance record and proper utilization of time clocks.
• Dependability: Responsiveness to management direction; Diligence in completing tasks on time or proposing an alternate plan; openness to additional hours when necessary.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Overtime hours may be required.

This opportunity is located in Duluth, Minnesota. As the home to our corporate headquarters, Duluth is a four-season city on the western tip of Lake Superior and was voted "Best Town" by Outside Magazine. The splendor of the largest freshwater lake in the world offers a multitude of outdoor activities for adventure or rejuvenation. The North Shore lifestyle is known its year-round activities, including bicycle and snowmobile trails, kayaking, rock climbing, fishing, hiking, golfing, sailing and skiing. And as a top employer in the area, Cirrus Aircraft was recently named "Best Overall Large Company to Work for in the Northland" and "Best Workplace Culture" by the Duluth News Tribune readers.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
• Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
• Generous PTO: 80+ hours accrued within the first year.
• Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!