Automotive Process Engineer: Lean & Continuous Improvement

Dana Corp; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Corp in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes in an automotive environment.

You will support continuous improvement, resolve shop-floor issues, and collaborate with engineering, quality, maintenance and leadership to introduce new products and technologies.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, and a commitment to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience.
• 3+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve production workflows, layouts, and utilization of equipment to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Provide technical support to resolve process-related issues, equipment malfunctions, and quality concerns on the shop floor.
• Apply lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to drive process improvements and cost savings.
• Work with engineering, quality, and production teams to integrate new products into manufacturing, including tooling, process validation, and documentation.
• Ensure all manufacturing processes meet safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation including work instructions, process flows, and engineering change notices.

Skills

Automotive manufacturing

Process engineering

Industrial automation

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience

3+ years of experience

Job description

Dana Corp in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes in an automotive environment.

You will support continuous improvement, resolve shop-floor issues, and collaborate with engineering, quality, maintenance and leadership to introduce new products and technologies.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, and a commitment to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.