Process Engineer - Lean Manufacturing & Automation

Weidmann Whiteley Limited; Saltillo; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Weidmann Electrical Technology in Saltillo, Mexico, is seeking a Process Engineer to design, optimize, and improve manufacturing processes. You will work cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to reduce waste, increase productivity, and standardize processes on site.

The role requires hands-on development of process layouts, documentation, and qualification activities, with focus on efficiency, safety, and cost reduction.

Responsibilities

• Conduct capacity studies to identify process constraints and plan actions.
• Review and validate drawings and designs for existing processes.
• Develop process flow diagrams, FMEA, work instructions, and setup procedures.
• Coordinate and follow up on off-site fabrication activities through installation at the facility.
• Lead and document projects through final handover, maintaining documentation in SharePoint.
• Provide production support for fabricated components and equipment until project approval and release.
• Serve as the primary point of contact throughout project development.
• Create technical specifications and process and product documentation.
• Coordinate qualification and validation phases.
• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, reduce cycle times, minimize scrap, and lower costs.
• Design and implement production line layouts, workstations, and material flow systems.
• Develop and implement SOPs and technical documentation.
• Provide daily technical support to Production to resolve issues.
• Participate in development and launch of new products and production lines.
• Evaluate equipment capabilities, perform line balancing, and conduct bottleneck analyses.
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects using Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, 5S, SMED, etc.
• Identify opportunities for automation

Job description

Weidmann Electrical Technology in Saltillo, Mexico, is seeking a Process Engineer to design, optimize, and improve manufacturing processes. You will work cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to reduce waste, increase productivity, and standardize processes on site.

The role requires hands-on development of process layouts, documentation, and qualification activities, with focus on efficiency, safety, and cost reduction.