Job Details

About the Company

The Process Engineer is responsible for driving continuous process improvement initiatives to achieve customer satisfaction and operational excellence in a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on analyzing, optimizing, and improving business processes using proven methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma. This position reports to the Director of Continuous Improvement.

About the Role

The Process Engineer is responsible for driving continuous process improvement initiatives to achieve customer satisfaction and operational excellence in a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on analyzing, optimizing, and improving business processes using proven methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma. This position reports to the Director of Continuous Improvement.

Responsibilities

• Implement Lean principles and practices for process improvement.
• Lead process improvement projects to reduce variation and enhance efficiency.
• Apply statistical thinking and problem-solving techniques to identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Foster strong relationships with colleagues to ensure service quality.
• Promote employee involvement and collaboration in process improvement initiatives.
• Utilize tools and frameworks such as Six Sigma and Lean to optimize workflows.
• Ensuring that all assembly processes operate within lean manufacturing principles (Value Stream Mapping, FiveS, Kanban, and poka-yoke).
• Identification of manufacturing process improvements to existing process at CM and tiered supplier base to include a cost benefit analysis to allow senior evaluation and approval.
• Lead or support the startup of new/existing projects/production jobs, optimizing cost, efficiency and quality.
• Conduct workflow analysis and make recommendations for improvement in material handling and shop layout.
• Lead or support the process control and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Understand the complexity of business and operational processes and workflows.
• Work with various department managers to develop and present best-in-class continuous improvement strategies/processes.
• Proactively identify where processes can be adapted and optimized to ensure cost effectiveness.
• Develop process analysis and re-engineering to improve efficiency, lower costs and improve product quality.
• Develop an in-depth knowledge of our supply base; strengths and weaknesses of internal procedures and business processes; strengths and weaknesses of equipment; and the strengths and weaknesses of key contributors to identify areas of improvement.
• Support process team in identifying, analyzing, implementing and verifying process improvement and process re-engineering opportunities.
• Provide technical and analytical support for process improvement initiatives.
• Develop ROI's for capital expenditures and process changes.
• Facilitate the design and implementation of new/improved process models and manufacturing processes.
• Train and guide resources in process improvement techniques.
• Work with management to help process team achieve desired results.
• Assist in development of new process capabilities.
• Research new equipment capable of improving quality and lowering cost.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Process Engineering or similar from a four-year college or university and 3 – 5 years of experience in manufacturing strongly preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience could be considered.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of CPI methodologies including TOC, Lean Thinking, and Six Sigma.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in variation analysis and statistical methods.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with CPI/TLS approach for establishing a culture of continuous improvement.

Preferred Skills

• ASQ Certified Quality Process Analyst or equivalent certification preferred.
• Six Sigma Green Belt – Black Belt preferred.
• Completion of CPI Certificate Program or similar training in continuous process improvement.

Pay range and compensation package

Expected output: The job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.