Glass Fabrication 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

Glass Fabrication Process Optimization EngineerDo you thrive on untangling complex production challenges and converting them into robust, documented processes? If yes, you’ll feel at home driving stability and improvement on our automotive glass lines.What you’ll take onOwn 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.Bring this experienceBachelor’s in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering; or an 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.Your improvement toolkitWorking knowledge of Six Sigma, SPC, 5 Why, and Pareto to drive sustained results.Advanced/intermediate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).How you workAnalytical, pragmatic, and comfortable on the floor solving problems shoulder-to-shoulder with operators.Clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills and a team-first mindset.Self-starter with high initiative and a systems view of processes and interactions.Flexible to work beyond 40 hours as needed by projects or workload, including weekends and holidays.What guides usWe operate by the Carlex Values and expect the same from our team members:SafetyAccountabilityResults OrientedTeam ApproachCustomer FocusedIntegrity and Ethics