Job TitleResponsibilities for this job include, but are not limited to:Develop and implement plans to improve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.Conduct research to develop new and improved processes for manufacturing.Exploring and implementing methods to automate systems.Programming new and existing automated systems.Designing and planning equipment layout(s)Implement, test, and debug control systems on equipment.Contribute to tooling and processes for product development leading to high volume manufacturing.Lead in optimization of industrial processes and machinery to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.Establish goals for the operation.Ensures accountability by establishing clear responsibilities to monitor work and measuring results.Support defect reduction studiesWork with tooling to confirm feasibility.Evaluating processes and equipment to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.Update management on a regular basis on project status. Identify what is falling behind and what assistance is needed from management to move the process forward.Conduct risk assessments on processes and equipmentIdentify and take ownership of Continuous Improvement projects.Conducting tests and monitoring the process performance throughout productionTroubleshooting problems associated with manufacturing processes.Confirms efficiency of the manufacturing processes.Leads Supervisor meeting to communicate and monitor production activities.Identify the resources needed for capital expenses,Facilitates change and innovative approaches in the workplace.Identifies root cause of problems and implements corrective actions.Coordinate Preventive Maintenance activities with support functions collaboratively with Maintenance Management.Work with Product Engineers to support new product R&D, testing and production pilot requirements.Identify and implement cost savings projects and efficiency improvement activities.Promotes a transparent and positive work environment.Ensures a safe work environment by promoting safe practices and procedures.Lead 5S efforts, stress good housekeeping and safe work practices.Required Leadership Competencies:Be a leader and motivator with a focus on a productive and positive working environment.Be a strategic thinker. Use lean manufacturing techniques and tools to improve processes.Foster creativity, innovation, and communications with all employees.Leader in Continuous Improvement events and projectsBe enthusiastic, hard-working and have a can-do attitude.Work as a true team player with other functional departments and leaders.
Maintain a smooth flow of communication.Familiarity in Continuous Improvement practices by improving productivity, quality, reducing expenses, efficiency gains, reduction of inventory, and supports sales growth.Optimizes work processes to drive improvements to the overall process flow from Receiving to Shipping.Skills:Excellent leadership skills – high integrity, results driven, interpersonal skills, ability to champion change and strong manufacturing competencies.Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools. Ability to problem solve and lead significant improvements in quality, productivity, cost and material initiatives.Familiar with Allen Bradley PLC's or similarFamiliar with Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) and Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs).Ability to communicate at different levels within the organization.History of increasing responsibilities with proven track record of achieving good results.Flexible with regard to work scheduleKnowledge of PFMEA's and Process Flow DiagramsStrong presence on the manufacturing floorKnowledge of process engineering softwareAdvanced Project Management Skills- ability to set project plans and meet key milestones in a timely manner.Strong knowledge of Value-stream MappingAbility to effectively use MS Office suite and PC applications.Proficient in AutoCADExcellent mechanical aptitudeEducational Requirements:A bachelor's degree in engineering, Electrical, Mechanical or Process Engineering preferred; a minimum of 5-7 years of engineering experience.Preferred Skills/Experience:Lean/Six-Sigma certificationAutomotive/TPS backgroundRobotics - implementation and developmentPLC programming (AB and Keyence)HMI programmingExperience with Keyence vision sensors, barcode scanners, etc.Knowledge of multiple axis robotic programmingStrong analytical skillsCreative problem-solvingTeamwork skillsKnowledge of regulatory compliance a plusAdaptabilityTime managementLogical thinkingCollaboration/TeamworkPhysical Requirements:Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time in temperature extremes.Position requires a full range of body motion including twisting, bending, reaching, squatting.Ability to stand and be mobile for a minimum of 8 hours.QualificationsExperience:Required: 3 years in Process EngineeringEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.