Process Engineer - Lean Manufacturing & Improvement

Vestas

Matamoros

On-site

MXN 350,000 - 550,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Vestas in Matamoros, Mexico is seeking a Process Engineer to develop and execute continuous improvement plans in assigned production areas. You will support manufacturing teams in problem solving, optimize process flows, and implement robust manufacturing solutions.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering, at least 3 years in a manufacturing setting, advanced English, and experience with PFMEAs, Control Plans, and lean tools (5S, Kanban,

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
Minimum 3 years as a Process Engineer/Manufacturing Engineer/Industrial Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
Advanced English proficiency (mandatory).
Experience interpreting technical drawings, manufacturing drawings, BOMs, customer specifications, build instructions and documentation.
Experience creating PFMEAs and Control Plans.
Knowledge of statistical analysis and process capability.
Experience with FMEA.
Knowledge of time studies, motion studies, and line balancing.
Lean manufacturing: 5S, Continuous Flow, SMED, Poka-Yoke, Kanban.
Experience leading quality, cycle time reduction, waste elimination, productivity, and cost reduction initiatives.
MS Excel proficiency; basic CAD knowledge; ability to read technical drawings.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute continuous improvement plans within assigned production areas.
Support manufacturing teams in problem-solving and corrective action methods.
Design and optimize process flows to maximize space and efficiency.
Establish and improve processes for labor, material, productivity and quality.
Define tooling, fixtures, and poka-yoke devices for robust processes.
Lead Lean initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
Coordinate PFMEAs and Control Plans for product quality.
Collaborate with Quality, Operations, Manufacturing, and Engineering on CAPA.
Conduct time and motion studies and support line balancing.
Monitor KPIs and generate process performance reports.
Create and maintain process flows, work instructions, SOPs, and docs.
Participate in cost reduction and productivity projects.
Support new product introductions and process validation.