Manufacturing Process Engineer

Confidential; East Liberty (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base wages

Overtime pay

Healthcare benefits

401K plan with company match

Job summary

Honda is seeking a Process Engineer in East Liberty, Ohio, to lead assembly process development and sequencing for new parts. The role relies on standard times, TPS/M.O.S.T. methods, and lean practices to maximize efficiency.

You will conduct time studies, design worker-friendly processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet SQCDM targets, while supporting new model events and ergonomic improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent with related experience.
• Experience in assembly process development and standard time studies.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and 5S practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop assembly processes for new spec parts and sequences.
• Perform time estimates for line work and develop standards.
• Lead cross-functional meetings to drive improvements.
• Identify waste reduction opportunities and optimize workflows.
• Apply ergonomic countermeasures to protect workers.
• Support New Model events and deploy process changes.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

5S

Time studies

Ergonomics

Excel/VBA

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

M.O.S.T.

Excel

Job description

What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a HondaHonda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one.

We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success.

We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.”We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.If your goals and values align with Honda’s, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!

Job Purpose

Serve as a Process Engineer responsible for assembly process development and determining the sequence of assembly for new spec parts based upon existing process/parts lay out/process standard time (ST) and/or the maintenance and optimization of established process.

Key Accountabilities

Use M.O.S.T. To develop balanced processes across manufacturing areas. Work to achieve highprocess efficiency. Apply lean manufacturing techniques. Design processes that are simple andachieve SQCDM targets.Identify opportunities to reduce waste within the process and improve efficiency. Apply 5S workmethods, workstation design, and set best practices for production.Audit big data to ensure accurate information across all operation standards. Mobilize Excel formulasand VBA coding to optimize tasks.Support New Model events. Forecast design impact to department. Incorporate change points intoprocess design. Identify concerns and countermeasures before mass production.Perform time estimates for assembly line work, equipment loads, and develop operation standards.Conduct studies to determine the most efficient sequence of operations and workflow andrecommends methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel.Regularly lead meetings with other Honda functional groups to develop and launch improvementthemes (quality, safety, delivery, production, purchasing, packaging, or logistics)Collect feedback from the production floor and address their concerns.Evaluate and implement ergonomic countermeasures to prevent associate injury.Develop plans and schedules for projects. Set timelines and detailed activities. Hold meetings withcross functional engineering groups to ensure completeness.Project support for all items impacting assembly department’s associate process.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Educational QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Engineering (e.g., Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, orsimilar); or 6 years relevant experience requiredMinimum Educational Qualifications0-6 years’ experience based on educationOther Job-Specific

Working Conditions

Shift schedule is primarily a first shift position but at times require supporting additional shifts/hoursPosition could require some travel to other Honda Development Manufacturing locations or supplier locationsPosition could require daily overtime or Saturday overtimePosition could require daily production control coverage to the production floor50% Fast-paced high-energy manufacturing environment, 50% office environmentWhat differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?Total Rewards:Competitive Base Wages (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)Paid OvertimeRegional Bonus (when applicable)Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdownCompany Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability401K Plan with company match + additional contributionCareer Growth:Advancement OpportunitiesCareer MobilityEducation Reimbursement for Continued LearningTraining and Development ProgramsAdditional Offerings:Lifestyle AccountChildcare Reimbursement AccountTuition Assistance & Student Loan RepaymentElder Care SupportWellbeing ProgramCommunity Service and Engagement ProgramsProduct Programs

Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.