Process Engineer Lead - Mobile, AL, United States - BuildSubmarines

Description

REPORTS TO:
Advanced Ship Building Manager

Lead Management in the evaluation and implementation of process improvements within the manufacturing facilities, engineering and support departments.
Coach leadership in the use and implementation of Continuous Improvement principles.

Work directly with Trade Management to identify specific problems, or opportunities that can be improved with the implementation of various aspects of Lean, Six Sigma, and other Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Solicit input from the workforce to identify opportunities within the shipyard that can be improved with the implementation of improvement methodologies, advanced tooling or technology.

Lead, facilitate or oversee the implementation of identified improvement opportunities.
Standardize procedures, systems, metrics and report structure to capture opportunities, implementation and results.
Provide training to workforce as required.

BS in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or similar field preferred; At least 2 years of experience in identification and implementation of production improvements in shipbuilding or a similar manufacturing environment through the use of Six Sigma, lean manufacturing, or other process improvement methodology.

Proficient in the use of standard office computer software including Microsoft windows and office components.
Flexible to support all shifts as required to meet job duties.
Excellent analytical, organizational / planning, communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills are required.
18 years of age or older at time of application

Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps).

Ability to work at heights above 12' while working from ladders, scaffolding and/or man lifts. Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and equipment. Possess sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipment.

Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.) Able to utilize adequate visual skills.

Ability to perceive attributes of an object/material such as size, shape, temperature and texture by means of receptors in the hands and fingers.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat.

The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold.

Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.

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