Process Engineer

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Purpose and Scope

This position exists to support and service the manufacturing departments by providing a high level of technical expertise.Provide manufacturing process expertise to the plant that focuses on constantly developing and/or modifying plant production processes at line level production equipment, tooling, gauging, and in-process product designs for the purposes of maximizing production capacity, minimizing manufacturing costs, improving customer delivery, improving product quality, and/or eliminating safety concerns.  Lead continuous improvement projects throughout the manufacturing process and procure the methods and technologies practical for the operation.  This position will assist the plant in all areas of manufacturing requiring close contact and coordination with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain while also autonomously collaborating closely and continuously with corporate resources for the development of manufacturing process and implementation of best practices.

Responsibilities

1. Process and Equipment Design

• Use knowledge of manufacturing processes, production equipment, and functionality to troubleshoot and develop improvements at line wide assets.
• Demonstrated expertise in two or more complex manufacturing processes and ability to spread basic level knowledge on said processes.
• Perform the efforts in the install, testing of and the upgrades to, the latest, most value added equipment, controls, and technology making a smart use of resources and complying with the corporate set standards with a close corporate collaboration.
• Use the results of statistical analysis of manufacturing processes (e.g.: capability studies) and equipment performance (e.g.: mean time between failures) to determine potential areas of problems and improvements.
• Design, implement and document modifications to manufacturing processes and the associated production equipment which maximize production capacity, minimize manufacturing costs, improve product quality and eliminate safety concerns.

2. Process Improvements

• Perform statistical analysis of process items (e.g.: tool life averages, abrasives usage, machine attainment, scrap, customer complaints, etc.) to determine lines for improvement and cost savings.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement techniques (e.g.: Value Stream Mapping, Quick Changeover, Kaizen, 5S, etc.) in an effort to eliminate waste and improve performance.
• Utilize manufacturing knowledge and expertise to help make decisions concerning operative process flow, and process layout.

3. Manufacturing and General Plant Support

• Provide general process support to the plant as required.  Areas of support could include, but not limited to, fluid systems, equipment and line layouts, abrasives usage and tooling.
• Provide general administrative support to the Engineering Section Manager.  Areas of support could include, but not limited to, quality control, cost analysis, business planning, and capital budgeting.
• Interface with internal customers concerning product quality, delivery and service.  Assist manufacturing associates in team problem solving and elimination of customer complaints and processing issues.

4. Operation and Maintenance Support

• Assist the Maintenance Department in developing Preventive Maintenance (PM) procedures and programs.
• Assist Operation and Maintenance associates in diagnosing equipment failures and corrective actions.
• As needed communicate with corporate/external support and follow OEM directions for advanced troubleshooting.

Technical/Functional Skills 

• Strong technical and analytical skills demonstrated through project work resulting in significant process, quality, and cost improvements. 
• Ability to establish processes and standards as a way to apply consistent practices throughout the business.
• Ability to compile, analyze and interpret data to drive improvement and identify good practices.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Self-starter, detail-oriented, organized, able to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to demonstrate agility and adaptability to support various manufacturing areas.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability/willingness to deliver training to individuals and groups.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint and SharePoint.  
• Additional computer skills preferred for 2D and 3D CAD software (SolidEdge/AutoCAD)
• Intermediate English (Written and Verbal skills required to interact in group with various Corporate resources)

Education / Experience

Required – Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering,  with 3+ years’ experience in Manufacturing Plant.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.