Automotive Glass Process Optimization Engineer

Carlex Glass Manufacturing; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlex Glass Manufacturing in Nashville, TN seeks a Glass Fabrication Process Optimization Engineer to untangle complex production challenges and drive robust, documented processes on our automotive glass lines.

You will own an assigned manufacturing area, prepare tooling for each run, troubleshoot defects, and lead continuous improvement projects to boost capability and reduce scrap while training operators on safe, efficient operation on the floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering; or equivalent technical degree; or comparable automotive glass processing experience.
• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• CAD fluency (SolidWorks preferred).
• PLC experience preferred.
• Hands-on exposure to manufacturing equipment or assembly lines.

Responsibilities

• Own an assigned manufacturing area for glass fabrication and the related process tooling.
• Prepare tooling and methods for each production run; ensure readiness for smooth changeovers.
• Troubleshoot line issues to cut defects, elevate throughput, and tighten dimensional performance.
• Verify parts meet customer specifications and ensure proper records are maintained.
• Issue and update drawings and process sheets as improvements are validated.
• Lead continuous improvement projects targeting capability gains and scrap reduction.
• Analyze weekly production results; isolate gaps and implement corrective actions.
• Train operators to safely and effectively run equipment and machinery.

Skills

Six Sigma

SPC

5 Why

Pareto

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PLC

Microsoft Office

Job description

Carlex Glass Manufacturing in Nashville, TN seeks a Glass Fabrication Process Optimization Engineer to untangle complex production challenges and drive robust, documented processes on our automotive glass lines.

You will own an assigned manufacturing area, prepare tooling for each run, troubleshoot defects, and lead continuous improvement projects to boost capability and reduce scrap while training operators on safe, efficient operation on the floor.