Process Engineer II

Duties & Essential Job Functions

• Drive the advancement of manufacturing operational processes and material replenishment systems to meet client pull demands.
• Optimize systems, flow creation, equipment performance and resources.
• Lead the tactical efforts towards the achievement of the strategic plan objectives.
• Drive the promotion and facilitation of Lean Engineering events supporting the entire value chain.
• Focus on key cross functional process and system improvements allowing us to accelerate the standardization, stability, and simplification in the manufacturing and key client facing business processes.
• Develop, enhance, and implement systems that increase efficiency and optimize all phases of service or production processes, from design to manufacturing.
• Oversee, and directly participate in, process design projects, and ensure the efficient and safe functioning of all the processes related to producing a product, substance, or service.
• Conduct problem solving exercises, including root cause analysis, corrective action, and preventive action implementation for plant operations.
• Utilize Visual Management systems, Sustainment of 5S, Set Up Reduction - SMED methodologies, Waste Reduction, Optimizing Inventory Control/Kanban System, Line Balancing and Flow Creation, Gemba utilization, including leading huddles.
• Evaluate existing processes, suggest measures for improvement, and configure manufacturing systems to reduce cost, improve sustainability, boost productivity, quality, and profitability, and develop best practices within the production process.
• Implement methods and process designs, create prototypes, conduct testing, and make necessary modifications where required.
• Consult with suppliers and vendors and make recommendations relating to materials used in the manufacturing process.
• Analyze facility layout, equipment requirements and work flow, and develop plant layouts for improvement of workflow, security and safety.
• Oversee installation and start-up of new equipment and processes.
• Provide technical input to production and clients.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Other Functions And Responsibilities

• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
• Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their Manager in compliance with applicable Federal and State laws.
• All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
• Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Desired Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline and/or a combination of college education.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or quality engineering.
• Process/Manufacturing Engineering experience in an industrial environment.
• Proven team leadership / facilitation skill sets.
• Practitioner of Six Sigma concepts (or Six Sigma certifications).
• Computer proficiency and experience with general engineering software solutions.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong practical skills within a Lean manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
• Experience with various manufacturing process technologies.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and systems.
• Lives the Continuous Improvement culture and can drive change.
• Passionate about Lean and the attainment of key initiatives.
• Strong data driven process and system methodologies.
• Able to hold self and others accountable.
• Enjoys plant level, hands-on involvement in the improvement process.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Requires working on shop floor – regularly standing, walking, bending, squatting, twisting and stooping.
• Requires the ability to lift 15 pounds with occasional lifting to upwards of 30 pounds.
• Regular and consistent attendance, including overtime whether on a voluntary or mandatory basis.

Pay Range and Benefits

• The pay range for this position is $83,000 – $85,000 per year and is eligible for an annual bonus.
• Benefits offered to eligible employees include, medical (PPO and HDHP with HSA), dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, 401K w/ employer match, short/long term disability, life insurance, healthcare and dependent care flexible spending, EAP, commuter benefits, education assistance, pet insurance, legal, and more.