Manufacturing Process Engineer — Automation & Improvement

Yanfeng US Automotive Interior Systems I LLC; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Yanfeng US Automotive Interior Systems I LLC in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Manufacturing/Process Engineer to drive improvements in production flows, tooling, and equipment layouts. You will lead process changes, coordinate launches, and mentor staff to improve productivity and quality.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 2–5 years in manufacturing, and at least 3 years in the automotive sector with willingness to travel to customer sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science/Engineering or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of experience in the field.
• 3+ years of experience in the automotive industry; travel to customer sites may be required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out process improvements, problem resolution, project management and help with employee training.
• Improve manufacturing processes and methods for cost-reduction, quality improvement and efficiency.
• Prepare and present plans for above and coordinate deployment.
• Perform research, design and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment.
• Coordinate the manufacturing launch of new/revised products including establishing goals and evaluating results.
• Participate in analysis of designs to determine areas of improvement.
• Maintain plant documentation for designated product lines including PFMEA, Process Flow Diagrams and ODS forms.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

TAKT

OEE

Process mapping

Job description

Yanfeng US Automotive Interior Systems I LLC in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Manufacturing/Process Engineer to drive improvements in production flows, tooling, and equipment layouts. You will lead process changes, coordinate launches, and mentor staff to improve productivity and quality.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 2–5 years in manufacturing, and at least 3 years in the automotive sector with willingness to travel to customer sites.