Manufacturing Process Engineer

Responsibilities

• Carry out Root Cause Analysis to pinpoint, rank, and eradicate process inefficiencies.
• Utilize process improvement methodologies such as statistical process control, process mapping, control charts, design of experiments, Lean principles, and process capability studies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and Supplier Quality Engineers to facilitate the successful introduction of new products.
• Oversee change management and validation processes for designated processes.
• Update process control strategies and operating procedures in response to changes.
• Create standards and train line technicians for ongoing improvement initiatives.
• Support the Quality department in setting up, executing, and maintaining Quality Management Systems.
• Promote cost reduction through enhanced productivity, material efficiency, and optimized labor allocation.
• Innovate process equipment solutions to meet consumer-driven product design requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline.
• 0 to 3+ years of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, specializing in root cause problem-solving, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical abilities, including proficiency in Key Performance Indicator reporting, gap analysis, Kaizen, Loss Tree, cause-and-effect diagrams, 5-whys, and similar tools.
• Thorough understanding of Lean tools such as poka yoke, mistake proofing, PFMEA, SMED, standard work, value stream mapping, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), 5S, continuous flow, visual factory, pull systems/Kanban, and equipment/process validation.
• Advanced computer and communication skills.