The Process Engineer is responsible for the development, standardization, quality, and continuous improvement of processes and products. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the efficient and effective operation of production processes, implementation of continuous improvement initiatives, introduction of new products, and to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Designs, implements, and improves manufacturing or production processes to maximize efficiency and quality.
- Adheres to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards throughout all process operations.
- Diagnoses and resolves process-related problems to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.
- Applies Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies to drive cost reduction and efficiency gains.
- Creates and maintains process flow diagrams, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical reports.
- Works with design, quality, maintenance, and operations teams to ensure seamless process integration.
- Assists in scaling up and validating processes for new products or technologies.
- Ensure machinery and tools operate within specified parameters for optimal output.
- Provide technical guidance and training to hourly team members, and other staff on process changes or best practices.
- Collaborates with IT and engineering teams to integrate digital tools.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
Required Education & Experience
Minimum Education Level:
Bachelor's Degree
Specialized Degree:
Engineering
Licenses/Certificates:
Years of Experience:
0-2 Years
Field of Expertise:
Engineering
Preferred Education & Experience
Licenses/Certificates:
Lean and Six Sigma Green Belt
Years of Experience:
2-4 years
CompetenciesNimble LearningCustomer FocusPlans and AlignsCollaboratesBalances StakeholdersAction OrientedSkills
Benefits We Offer:
- 401k with Matching
- Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
- Parental Leave
- & More
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Pay: From $67,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to commute to Heflin, AL?
- Do you have an Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree?
Education:
Location:
- Heflin, AL 36264 (Required)
Shift availability:
Work Location: In person
