Manufacturing Process Engineer

PVH - PVHardware; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PVHardware is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to develop, implement, and optimize production processes in our steel manufacturing facility in Houston. You will focus on improving product quality, reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and ensuring safety and environmental standards are met.

You will analyze production data, support new product introductions, collaborate with maintenance, quality, and production teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean and Kaizen

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Production or Industrial Engineering (Preferred).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with understanding of production processes (Preferred).
• Knowledge in SAP or other ERP systems is highly preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize existing steel production processes in the factory (e.g., assemblies, stamping, roll forming).
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor daily production activities to meet output and quality targets.
• Monitor process parameters to ensure compliance with product specifications and safety standards.
• Support new product introductions and process changes.
• Analyze production data and KPIs to identify areas for improvement.
• Identify root causes of process deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and production teams to resolve technical issues.
• Design and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean, 5S, and Kaizen.
• Provide training and technical support to operations staff.
• Collaborate with HSE, Quality, and Product Development teams.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Production processes

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Production or Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

PVHardware is a Manufacturing Process Engineer to be responsible for developing, implementing, supporting and optimizing production processes within our steel manufacturing facility. This will include improving product quality, reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and ensuring adherence to safety and environmental standards.

PVH - PVHardware is a provider of innovative solar tracking solutions for the global utility-scale solar market, including trackers, fixed structures and SCADA system. Yet, we are the third largest solar tracker supplier in the world and aiming to be the leader in the industry!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Production or Industrial Engineering. (Preferred)
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment, with a strong understanding of production processes and equipment. (Preferred)
• Knowledge in SAP or other ERP systems is highly preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize existing steel production processes in the factory (e.g., assemblies, stamping, roll forming,etc).
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor daily production activities to meet output and quality targets.
• Monitor process parameters to ensure compliance with product specifications and safety standards.
• Support new product introductions and process changes.
• Analyze production data and KPIs to identify areas for improvement.
• Identify root causes of process deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (maintenance, quality, production) to resolve technical issues.
• Design and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean, 5S, and Kaizen.
• Provide training and technical support to operations staff.
• Collaborate closely with the HSE, Quality, and Product Development team.

Our Values

• Committed, involved and responsible: We resolve our customer's problems as if they were our own.
• Committed to excellence: We care for each other as well as the world we live in.
• Humble but brave: Proud of who we are and what we do, without detracting from anyone.
• Learning from experience: Experts in what we do, hungry for new challenges, entrepreneurial spirit.

PV Hardware is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on factors such as race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Our commitment is to foster a workplace that values diversity and inclusivity, treating everyone with respect and providing equal chances for professional growth. We invite individuals from all backgrounds to apply for our current job openings and be part of our team.