Teams at Crane Co.

Develops and improves manufacturing processes, methods, layouts, tooling, and operating instructions for aerospace production. Investigates root causes, implements cost reductions, evaluates design changes and non-conformances, develops process metrics, supports material and equipment selection, and trains production personnel. The role also performs cost analyses, coordinates with vendors and customers, and supports production problem solving in a regulated manufacturing environment.

The Manufacturing Engineer II develops and improves manufacturing processes, layouts, tooling, fixtures, operating instructions, and production methods. Responsibilities include root-cause analysis, corrective actions, cost reduction, manufacturability reviews, nonconformance evaluation, manufacturing metrics, equipment and material selection, cost analyses, and capital investment business cases. The role also trains production personnel, supports design changes, coordinates with vendors and customers, and contributes to Lean manufacturing and production problem-solving.

Leads operations training for an aerospace manufacturing site by managing trainers, identifying skill gaps, developing curricula and performance-focused materials, administering the LMS, maintaining training records, and measuring effectiveness through KPIs. Partners with Quality, Manufacturing, Human Resources, subject matter experts, and stakeholders to ensure training programs meet operational, quality, audit, safety, and compliance requirements.