Process Engineer Strip Department - Cudahy, United States - Lucas-Milhaupt

Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The process engineer will primarily be involved in the design of new manufacturing processes / equipment and the validation of existing manufacturing processes / equipment by utilizing sound engineering and Lean fundamentals. Process engineer will propose, launch manage projects in order to improve manufacturing with a focus on proper process documentation and change control. Assignments will include daily shop floor support as well as manufacturing projects.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Project Management

Risk identification mitigation
Ensure projects are technically fit for purpose
Work independently to manage internal and external resources

• Drive lean and productivity improvement initiatives plant-wide through the development and implementation of new processes, equipment and processes.
• Participate in Lean activities including Kaizen events, 5S, 8D, Preventative Maintenance programs, root cause analysis, 5 Why and other Lean tools to enhance productivity.
• Assists Global Product Line Managers with new product in the development to meet the demand of our customers in a cost-effective manner.
• Assist in the transfer of new product development into production ramp-up including capital expenditures, project ownership transition and structured hand-off to manufacturing
• Research and write Capital Expenditure Requests for new equipment purchases designed to enhance productivity and quality.
• Assists Plant Manager with cell design and ensuring compliance safety, quality and productivity, while complying with QMS and OSHA requirements.
• Provides technical support and assistance in problem solving by use of statistical analysis, DOEs and other root cause analytical tools.
• Drives continuous improvement activities in support of customer corrective actions, internal corrective/preventive actions, error-proofing general process improvement.
• Develop and maintain schedules for all projects assigned.
• Preparation of PPAP's for new product and customer qualifications.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Communication skillsabove average written and verbal communication skills. Engineer will regularly interface with shop floor personnel, technical peers, management and senior leadership.
• Project Managementwrite detailed project plans using 3S and 5S techniques and planning in project software such as Microsoft Project.
• Cooperation Teamworkmust be a strong individual contributor but be able to aid others as needed. Understands the impact of their words and behavior on others.
• Strong technical troubleshooting abilities in a variety of manufacturing disciplines including demonstrated expertise in a production environment
• High energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
• Able to define issues, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Preparation of manufacturing process routings which are mapped to engineering science and data supporting material breakdown-based alloy composition.
• Understanding of non-ferrous metallurgy and the impact of metalworking processes on material properties, especially as it relates to wire and strip manufacture
• Machine design / rebuild experience desired
• Process simulation experience desired

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering - Materials, Mechanical or Industrial preferred.
• 4 - 10 years of practical, hands on experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Project management skills and experience required.
• Exposure to LEAN and SIX SIGMA principles preferred.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Communication skillsabove average written and verbal communication skills. Engineer will regularly interface with shop floor personnel, technical peers, management and senior leadership.
• Project Managementwrite detailed project plans using 3S and 5S techniques and planning in project software such as Microsoft Project.
• Cooperation Teamworkmust be a strong individual contributor but be able to aid others as needed. Understands the impact of their words and behavior on others.
• Strong technical troubleshooting abilities in a variety of manufacturing disciplines including demonstrated expertise in a production environment
• High energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
• Able to define issues, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Preparation of manufacturing process routings which are mapped to engineering science and data supporting material breakdown-based alloy composition.
• Understanding of non-ferrous metallurgy and the impact of metalworking processes on material properties, especially as it relates to wire and strip manufacture
• Machine design / rebuild experience desired
• Process simulation experience desired

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering - Materials, Mechanical or Industrial preferred.
• 4 - 10 years of practical, hands on experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Project management skills and experience required.
• Exposure to LEAN and SIX SIGMA principles preferred.

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JOB SUMMARY:

The process engineer will primarily be involved in the design of new manufacturing processes / equipment and the validation of existing manufacturing processes / equipment by utilizing sound engineering and Lean fundamentals. Process engineer will propose, launch manage projects in order to improve manufacturing with a focus on proper process documentation and change control. Assignments will include daily shop floor support as well as manufacturing projects.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Project Management

Risk identification mitigation
Ensure projects are technically fit for purpose
Work independently to manage internal and external resources

• Drive lean and productivity improvement initiatives plant-wide through the development and implementation of new processes, equipment and processes.
• Participate in Lean activities including Kaizen events, 5S, 8D, Preventative Maintenance programs, root cause analysis, 5 Why and other Lean tools to enhance productivity.
• Assists Global Product Line Managers with new product in the development to meet the demand of our customers in a cost-effective manner.
• Assist in the transfer of new product development into production ramp-up including capital expenditures, project ownership transition and structured hand-off to manufacturing
• Research and write Capital Expenditure Requests for new equipment purchases designed to enhance productivity and quality.
• Assists Plant Manager with cell design and ensuring compliance safety, quality and productivity, while complying with QMS and OSHA requirements.
• Provides technical support and assistance in problem solving by use of statistical analysis, DOEs and other root cause analytical tools.
• Drives continuous improvement activities in support of customer corrective actions, internal corrective/preventive actions, error-proofing general process improvement.
• Develop and maintain schedules for all projects assigned.
• Preparation of PPAP's for new product and customer qualifications.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Communication skillsabove average written and verbal communication skills. Engineer will regularly interface with shop floor personnel, technical peers, management and senior leadership.
• Project Managementwrite detailed project plans using 3S and 5S techniques and planning in project software such as Microsoft Project.
• Cooperation Teamworkmust be a strong individual contributor but be able to aid others as needed. Understands the impact of their words and behavior on others.
• Strong technical troubleshooting abilities in a variety of manufacturing disciplines including demonstrated expertise in a production environment
• High energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
• Able to define issues, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Preparation of manufacturing process routings which are mapped to engineering science and data supporting material breakdown-based alloy composition.
• Understanding of non-ferrous metallurgy and the impact of metalworking processes on material properties, especially as it relates to wire and strip manufacture
• Machine design / rebuild experience desired
• Process simulation experience desired

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering - Materials, Mechanical or Industrial preferred.
• 4 - 10 years of practical, hands on experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Project management skills and experience required.
• Exposure to LEAN and SIX SIGMA principles preferred.