Manufacturing Process Engineer

thyssenkrupp Elevator; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

TK Elevator Americas seeks a Manufacturing Engineer who will innovate optimal, cost-effective processes in line with quality standards. This role includes responsibilities such as developing facility layouts, conducting time studies, and managing capital projects, focusing on Lean manufacturing techniques. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing, alongside required skills in communication and decision making.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing methods, procedures, and cost-reduction techniques using Lean tools.
• One to three years related experience in a manufacturing environment required.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and develop optimal processes using LEAN principles.
• Conduct time studies to develop and maintain SOPs.
• Manage small capital projects and monitor quality discrepancies.

Skills

Decision Making

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Who we are

TK Elevator Americas is the largest producer of elevators in the Americas, with more than 15,500 employees, in over 230 branch and service locations. TK Elevator Americas oversees all business for the operations in the United States, Canada, Central and South America.

TK Airport Solutions manufactures, installs, operates and maintains passenger boarding bridges through three companies at locations around the world:

1. TKE Airports Solutions S.A., based in Mieres, Asturias (Spain).
2. TKE Airport Solutions Inc., based in Fort Worth, Texas (U.S.A.).

We believe that quality is the key to successfully meeting our customer´s needs. Our highly skilled personnel work at every level of the company to offer clients innovative design and the most advanced technology, as well as the very best in product reliability and service.

Continuous investment in research and development leads to state-of-the-art design, where precision and accuracy are applied to our passenger boarding bridge (PBB) production line. This is equipped with the latest in automation technology, developed exclusively to manufacture this product.

Safety is a core value of our business and our commitment to YOU! It is woven into our culture each and every day.

What we expect

OVERALL POSITION PURPOSE:

This role will research, design and develop optimal, cost-effective processes and methods in accordance with specifications and quality standards using LEAN principles. Use established procedures and work under immediate supervision to perform assigned routine tasks with detailed instructions.

CORE TASKS:

• Research, design and develop optimal, cost-effective processes and methods in accordance with specifications and quality standards using LEAN principles
• Support SQDC and participate in Rapid Improvement Events
• Conduct time studies of production to develop standard work and to develop and maintain SOPs
• Prepare facility layouts as needed
• Process Engineering Change Orders (ECO’s) for new and improved products
• Manage small capital projects including writing capital requests and installation of new equipment
• Develop and maintain SOP’s and Standard Work for assigned operations
• Monitor quality discrepancies, identify trends and investigate quality problems and implement corrective actions
• Order tooling and fixtures needed in assigned department
• Resolve quality issues including field complaints, warranty issues and defective parts
• Work with Procurement to conduct make/buy analysis for all new parts
• Interface with Product Engineering, Logistics, Operations and vendor
• Prepare cost estimates for Accounting
• Provide technical support/solutions to manufacturing processes
• Drive cost reduction and optimal quality
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned

Who we are looking for

Expert Know How/Knowledge:

• Demonstrated effective decision making skills are required
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others required
• Must possess strong effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and SolidWorks preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of high mix/volume manufacturing methods, procedures and cost-reduction techniques using Lean manufacturing tools: including 6S, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, Pull Systems, Cellular Manufacturing and Kaizen events
• Requires less than 10% travel

Expected (Educational) Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field is required

Expected Years of Experience:

• One to three years related experience in a manufacturing environment required

Additional information

TK Airport Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law.

Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation in connection with the application process are encouraged to contact us directly.

Contact

https://career.tkelevator.com/contact

Job details

Posting date: 2025/06/24

Experience level: Experienced professionals

Contract limitation:

Contract limitation: Permanent, Full Time

Work Modality:

Work Modality: On Site

Job family:

Job family: Production and Manufacturing

Job number:

Job number: US_901745_ET_TKELECP12300

Application deadline: as long as the job is listed on our career page, we are looking for suitable candidates (all genders welcome). We are looking forward to receiving your application.