Process Engineer #22312 - Farmington, United States - Blue Chip Talent

Description

Blue Chip Talent is an award-winning, woman-owned staffing company that works hard to "Advance Careers Daily".

We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships. We do this through our unique ongoing touchpoint program, personalized orientation, bi-yearly appreciation lunches, company-sponsored charitable events, and our flagship family Woodward Dream Cruise event.

We also offer industry-leading benefit options:

• Four (4) healthcare plans to choose from
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Dental & Vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Long and short-term disability
• 401k with yearly arbitrary match
• Pet insurance

You can count on Blue Chip Talent to be your reliable career coach and advocate. We look forward to connecting with you and guiding you on your career goals.

Position Overview: We are looking for a talented Process Engineer with expertise in prototype parts and manufacturing execution systems (MES) to support our development and production processes. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring quality standards, and enhancing efficiency throughout the production lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

1. Prototype Parts Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, engineering, and production to develop and optimize prototype parts for automotive applications.
2. Manufacturing Process Optimization: Analyze existing manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality.
3. Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES): Implement and maintain MES solutions to streamline production processes, track manufacturing metrics, and ensure adherence to production schedules.
4. Quality Assurance: Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure that prototype parts meet rigorous quality standards and regulatory requirements.
5. Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes, reduce waste, and increase productivity.
6. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions to production schedules and ensure on-time delivery of prototype parts.
7. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate documentation of manufacturing processes, performance metrics, and quality control procedures. Generate regular reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide insights for decision-making.
8. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including design, engineering, procurement, and production to support prototype parts development and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of X years of experience in automotive manufacturing, with a focus on prototype parts development and manufacturing execution systems.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, CATIA) and manufacturing software (e.g., MES, ERP systems).
• Strong analytical skills and ability to analyze complex manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of automotive quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus.