Manufacturing Process Engineer
Objective:
Leads process development, production start-up, production support and the implementation of engineering changes and process improvements. Ensures environmental aspects of production are considered.
Scope
Leading process development for new programs. Continuous improvements for current production. Researching new technologies and implementing them. Documenting and training manufacturing team on new rolled processes.
Responsibilities, Duties and Authority:
1. Establishing process flow and operations to make a part for new quotes.
2. Work in a cross-function team to complete PFMEA.
3. Establish specifications for new equipment and get quotes.
4. Roll out equipment and process the plant floor.
5. Establish Standardized work, Job Element Sheets and other needed documentation to support equipment / process rollout.
6. Main contact for planning/coordinating manufacturing projects.
7. Investigate and research continuous improvement and development projects. If project is approved, lead to complete the project.
8. Work with cross functional team to update and maintain plant layout drawings.
9. Facilitates developing process prints and production tools. This includes GD&T stack-up calculations, CAD updates for parts, fingers and new dies (process drawings, signoffs, checking prints).
10. Provide technical assistance to sales and customers to influence product design and provide viable cost proposals and manufacturing processes to meet respective customer needs.
11. Keeps the management team abreast of significant issues or developments identified during engineering activities and actions being taken to improve the situation.
12. Maintains accurate files, records, studies and reports and shares the information appropriately. Furnishes input on developing engineering standards and specifications.
13. Benchmarking this would include benchmarking processes and parts at sister plants, Suppliers, Customers and competitors.
14. Assist the organization in implementation of lean, standardized work and continuous improvement activities.
15. Ensure that company policies and procedures are adhered to including IATF 2016:16949, ISO14001 (EMS), and Employee Handbook.
16. Participates in continuous improvement activities including driving CIP’s, submits improvement suggestions (CI, Safety).
17. Perform all work in a safe and healthful manner as outlined in regulations and safety and policies including proper use of Lockout/Tagout procedures. Reports unsafe conditions to Manager/Supervisor within the department.
18. Support and participate in division and department improvement initiatives through Continuous Improvement Suggestion Program, and sharing of knowledge, ideas, and/or best practices with co-workers.
19. Actively participate and comply with all division and department policies, procedures and work instructions as they relate to your job.
20. Provide training materials and new training for new processes.
Education and/or Experience:
1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering from four-year college or university; or three to five years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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3. Must have experience creating Manufacturing Process Prints, Standard Work Instructions and Job Element Sheets. Must have experience with Tooling; Automotive Engineering; Familiarity working with various machining equipment. Must be proficient with GD&T. Excellent organizational skills. Able to effectively communicate with customers, peers, management and plant personnel effectively (written and verbal). Required to be proactive and suggest improvements to existing processes policies and systems. Self-starter who is positive and professional. Ability to set priorities and multitask projects. Able to work hours required to comply with deadlines and to support corrective actions when they are needed. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Excellent attendance and satisfactory work performance record. Must be willing to further education to improve skillset as required.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $38.00 - $41.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
- Flint, MI: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
