Process Engineer Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Directly work with operators on the shop floor to solve tactical day-to-day improvement projects
• Assist Corporate Manufacturing Engineering and Senior Process Engineers with larger projects as required
• Author and maintain work instructions for the shop floor
• Maintain MES system data in plants where applicable (work instructions, material consumption etc.)
• Maintain PFMEAs under supervision of Senior Process Engineer and assist Quality in maintenance of Control Plan
• Participate in Root Cause – Corrective Action exercises for defects that occurred in their assigned area
• Serve as a technical liaison between Production Engineering and Operations
• Aid in manufacturability studies with Production Engineering and Corporate “Core” Engineering
• Purchase of hand tools and small equipment in support of improvement projects
• Design of shop aids and small tooling in support of improvement projects
• Own the process and collaborate with Corporate Manufacturing Engineering on the execution of manufacturing pilots and manufacturing trials to support new product and new process designs
• Train operators on any new processes and process changes
• Collaborate with Operations Supervisors to guide training, both new employees and recurring training in assigned area

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering
• Experience: 3-8 years of manufacturing experience
• Skills: Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems; Ability to lead a team of Process Engineers; Experience in a manufacturing environment; Experience with development and management of PFMEA and Control Plans; Experience with manufacturability studies; Extensive experience with drafting and maintaining work instructions; Experience with 2D drafting and 3D modelling (AutoCAD, DraftSight, SolidWorks, CATIA, etc.); Strong communication and organizational skills; Ability to effectively communicate with plant management and operators; Experience with new product development a plus; Analytical problem-solving skills; Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma principles, industry certifications a plus (Lean Specialist, Green Belt, Black Belt, etc.)

About Great Dane

With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation

Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer