Manufacturing Engineer - Fly Rod Production

Posted by Far Bank Enterprises on 08/02/2024

Job Basics

Industry Sector: Fishing, Lifestyle, Outdoor

Job Categories: Manufacturing

Company Type: Apparel/SoftGoods, HardGoods/Equipment

State: WA

City: Bainbridge Island, WA

Country: United States

Required Experience: 5 - 7 years

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: $85,000 to $130,000

Required to Relocate:

Required to Travel:

Employee May Telecommute: No

Job Seeker Must Live Within:

Job Description & Requirements

 Who We Are Looking For:

Far Bank Enterprises is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join the manufacturing team at the SAGE Products plant in Bainbridge Island, WA. Ideal candidates will be responsible for designing and building specialized equipment as well as optimizing the manufacturing processes used to produce the handmade Sage Fly Fishing Rods. The position requires you to work hands-on with the production team so experience with equipment engineering, automation development and manufacturing is highly sought after. Further experience specific to Composites Manufacturing is preferred and enthusiasm for fly fishing would be an added contribution to the creative process. Far Bank is a fun, upbeat place to work. We foster a work hard/play hard environment where high energy, a family feel, and a positive work environment make Far Bank a great place to work.

 Position Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer will report to the Director of Operations while working closely with the R&D, Maintenance and Operations teams to develop innovative solutions to manufacturing problems. This position requires the skills to diagnose and solve complex quality and productivity problems on the fly rod manufacturing line. Additionally, this employee must work closely with the R&D team to carry out the design, assembly, programming, and testing of new automation machinery to keep up with production demands. This position will also task the individual to think outside the box for developing and optimizing manufacturing processes as Sage produces next generation products.

 Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar field.
• 5+ years of experience in equipment engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable leading a team to analyze production issues, perform hands-on problem solving to resolve production, quality and safety issues within a fast paced, production line environment.
• Industry experience working in a production environment with proven track record of implementing lean manufacturing processes, developing flow maps, working with cycle times and balancing manufacturing lines.
• Experience developing automation solutions within a composites manufacturing, or small, fine-detail assembly process.
• Proficient in SolidWorks and capable of creating, designing, and specifying parts to be manufactured externally.
• Strong skills in electrical systems and components including control design, PLCs, robotics, and motors.
• PLC programming experience (Siemens preferred).
• Skilled in MS office with a particular strength in Excel and Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional groups.
• Willingness to Relocate to Bainbridge Island/Kitsap County, WA

Job Preferences:

• Experience using hand tools, 3d printers and machine tools with an ability to fabricate parts independently.
• Passion for fly fishing or other outdoor recreation is a bonus but not required.
• Facilities maintenance management experience.
• Matlab, Python, or similar coding experience a plus.

 Compensation:

• Salary $85,000-130,000
• Competitive Benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401(k) and Vacation/Sick accrual

 Perks:

• A flexible work environment placing a premium on collaborative interaction in a fun, friendly team atmosphere.
• Discounts with a large variety of outdoor brands

 

Apply today at www.farbank.com/careers

About Far Bank Enterprises

Far Bank is the world’s authority in fly fishing, comprised of the greatest brands in the industry – Sage, Redington, RIO Products, and Fly Water Travel. Founded in 1980, Sage’s core mission is “perfecting performance” through our Made in the USA fly rods and high-end fly reels. Redington, acquired by Sage in 2003, is the go-to provider of accessible fly-fishing rods, reels, waders, wading boots, and apparel for the value conscious angler. RIO Products joined the family in 2005 and is recognized as the world's leading producer of the highest performance fly lines, leader, tippet, and flies for the specialty fly fishing market. In 2018, Fly Water Travel (FWT) joined the Far Bank family, complementing our industry-leading products with world-class on-the-water experiences. At Far Bank, our core purpose is to inspire the fly angler through outstanding products and extraordinary experiences. Far Bank Enterprises is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Joshua Green Corporation.

 We’re a “work hard/play hard” culture that encourages intra- and inter-department collaboration and camaraderie—whether it’s in the office or on the water. Beyond our internal teamwork, we’re an intimate part of the fly fishing and greater outdoor community, providing our employees unique opportunities to enjoy outdoor gear and experiences.