Senior Process Engineer

About the Role

The Senior Manufacturing/Process Engineer will drive, develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes at our Slater, Missouri facility. The plant utilizes a high degree of robotics and automation to produce industrial filters for Gas Turbine Engines. This role involves providing technical direction in robotics, plant layout, equipment, assembly, and other manufacturing areas while collaborating with product engineering, manufacturing High Performance Teams, and quality functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing process improvement activities to drive scrap reduction, machine uptime improvement, and process repeatability.
• Lead projects to support productivity and environmental, health, and safety initiatives.
• Assist plant management and Supply Chain with production capacity and resource needs (people, materials, equipment) to support the Division S&OP process.
• Provide manufacturing leadership for product improvement (PI) and new product introduction (NPI) initiatives.
• Support ongoing management of robotics and automated production processes.
• Lead projects to support quality improvements utilizing Six Sigma tools.
• Lead or participate in Kaizen teams as part of Lean initiatives.
• Design assembly fixturing, gaging, test equipment, and general fixturing for secondary operations.
• Develop new processes for new or improved products.
• Coach, lead, develop, and manage maintenance employees; plan, monitor, and appraise job results; identify training needs and develop objectives for employee development.
• Evaluate capital equipment investments and prepare cost justifications.
• Design and prepare concept drawings of new equipment or modifications to existing equipment.
• Manage the overall implementation of capital equipment projects.
• Identify and implement solutions for issues relating to safety, quality, productivity, and cost reductions.
• Coordinate with building contractors and ensure building safety and adherence to applicable building codes and related safety and environmental regulations.
• Ensure compliance with city, state, and federal laws, codes, and insurance regulations.
• Program and re-tool a multitude of machines (e.g., Pleaters) with a good understanding of fine finishing processes.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Provide training to setters and operators on machines/processes.
• Create related documentation of existing processes and implementation of new and existing innovations (e.g., drawings, SOPs, work instructions).
• Plan and test product processes from product development into full production.
• Design and re-design tooling and product-related equipment.
• Liaise with suppliers and customers to optimize quality, tooling, and machine performance.
• Resolve customer issues if they arise (8D).
• Work in teams to drive improvements in productivity, cost, and quality.
• Identify suitable measurement methods for products.
• Design Lean manufacturing cells for one-piece flow, including assembly and test/calibration processes.
• Design and specify process equipment/systems using Lean methodologies, including jigs/fixtures, software/database systems, and ergonomic custom benching.
• Problem-solve to resolve issues within a manufacturing environment.
• Advise on design for production.
• Support and participate in HPTSlater FES CAPEZ Owner initiatives.

Qualifications

• BSME/BSEE or related field.
• 2-5 years’ experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, ability to use basic measuring tools, and hands-on capabilities to work on projects without supervision.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Working knowledge of 5S, Lean manufacturing, TPM, cell concept, value stream mapping, or similar experience (capability preferred).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Lotus Notes preferred.
• CAD knowledge with fixtures design experience (AutoCAD/Mechanical Desktop or Inventor preferred).
• Knowledge of PLCs, automation, or robotics is a plus.
• Outstanding interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to build and lead a team through change.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Process Engineer is expected to be onsite 5 days a week.
• Automation and robotics experience preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with competitive premium costs.
• Voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and critical illness insurance.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan with an annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short- and long-term disability programs.
• Adoption assistance.
• Care.com membership and financial planning assistance at no cost.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and 13 company-paid holidays.