Manufacturing Process Engineer

Manufacturing Process Engineer

· Support manufacturing process engineering activity during new product launches or capacity expansions

· Create process and instruction sheets supporting quality methods and processes

· Deliver capable processes and tools for axle and differential assembly operations

· Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, cost, and productivity

· Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products

· Lead development of interim and permanent corrective actions to resolve quality issues using 8D methodology and structured problem-solving tools.

· Lead and conduct process audits to ensure process discipline is consistent with Powertrain Operations guidelines

· Conduct job ergonomic evaluations and deliver corrective actions as required

· Analyze inventory constraint root causes; engage in mapping and corrective actions to reduce assembly rejects

· Lead and present process optimizations to team and plant management

· Work cooperatively and supportively with a broad range of individuals with different levels of education and experience

· Lead role in resolving assembly related concerns. Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices

· Ensure compliance to Plant, Corporate, Governmental and Environmental standards

· Support ISO 14001 compliance and support internal ISO auditing and compliance as required

· Support continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity in the Assembly areas

· Identify throughput constraints and drive root cause improvements to achieve Rate of Climb targets

· Manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously with guidance on priority to meet established deadlines

Skills Required:

· Good Manufacturing Practices, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Problem Solving, Process Engineering

Skills Preferred:

· Process Validation, Process Improvement, Manufacturing Processes, Lean Six Sigma, PPAP processes

Experience Required:

· 5+ yrs of related experience Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in leadership behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills

Experience Preferred:

· Process engineering experience in a manufacturing environment

· Effective oral and written communication skills

· Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience

· 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem solving skills

· Lean Tools – 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping

· DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology experience

· TQM and Kaizen Methods

· FMEA, PPAP, and DOEs experience

· Visual Factory Management

· Ergonomic analysis knowledge and experience

Education Required:

· High School Diploma / GED

Education Preferred:

· Bachelor's Degree

Additional Information :

· Fully onsite.