HNI Corporation Careers

Description

HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others; upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging.

Your Impact Starts the Day You Do!

What We Need:

We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our HNI Workplace Furnishings - Operations team. 

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Perform research, design and develop manufacturing processes for production flow, assembly methods and fabrication equipment in accordance with product specifications and quality standards 
  • Improve manufacturing processes and methods for cost-reduction, quality improvement and efficiency
  • Identify root cause inaccuracies and recommend/implement process improvements and corrective action
  • Assist management in improving and sustaining a system of production control, standard operating procedures, safety, quality control and training
  • Perform research, design and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment.
  • Prepare and maintain detailed layouts of buildings and equipment
  • Coordinate the manufacturing of new/revised products by establishing goals, training team members and evaluating results
  • Design, develop and test and/or source and cost-justify various tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods
  • Perform product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement, and improved efficiency
  • Coordinate and work cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Sales, Finance, customers and members assisting in process and product improvement plans and status
  • Participate in projects efficiently and with high-quality expertise in accordance with established deadlines
   
   
   
   
  Education Required:
   
  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical engineering required 
   
  Experience Required:
   
  • Level 1: 
  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical engineering field - no applicable experience or less than 3 years of engineering experience
  or
  • In lieu of no degree - a minimum of 5 years of progressive manufacturing experience in a technical/skilled/support role aligned to engineering
  • Level 2: 
  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical engineering field - 2 years of progressive HNI engineering experience or advancement through the HNI developmental program or 3 years of external engineering experience
  or
  • In lieu of no degree - a minimum of 6 years of engineering experience
   
  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 
   
  • Lean manufacturing principles, including RCI, 3P, Value Stream Mapping, problem solving, and statistical analysis
  • Strong interpersonal skills with attention to detail
  • Demonstrated successful implementation of continuous process improvement programs
  • Experience with project development, management, and implementation encompassing start-to-finish planning and execution
  • Demonstrated ability to lead change, handle multiple projects and incorporate lean manufacturing principles
  • Strong communication skills with ability to motivate and influence others, as well as interact productively members within all levels of the organization and external suppliers and customers
  • Preferred experience with CAD (Computer Aided Design)
  • Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)
  • Preferred experience with Oracle, inventory system knowledge
   
  Reporting Relationships:  
   
  • This position may have hourly and/or salaried direct reports across multiple shifts.
   
  Physical Conditions:
   
  • Climbing stairs to access office and attend meetings is required
  • The operations environment has extreme fluctuations in temperature, humidity and dust
  • Sitting/standing at a work station for up to an entire scheduled day
  • Moderate need to move/lift heavy items, up to 40 lbs.
  • PPE required for the shop floor of safety shoes, ear plugs and eye protection/safety glasses

HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) is a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and building products, operating under two segments. The workplace furnishings segment is a leading global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, going to market under multiple unique brands. The residential building products segment is the nation’s leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products. We offer benefits starting from Day 1. To learn more, visit www.HNIbenefits.com. Our company endeavors to make www.hnicareers.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 563-272-7400 or via email at [email protected] Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.