Process Engineer

Jtekt-North-America-

Cairo (GA)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Team environment

Tuition reimbursement

Off shift pay premiums

Incentive bonus program

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) matching

14 paid holidays and PTO

Tax-advantaged accounts

Vehicle discount programs

Job summary

JTEKT in Cairo, GA is seeking a Process Engineer with a strong Lean and Kaizen background to improve bearing-related manufacturing processes. You will design tooling, perform analyses, and drive cost, quality, and delivery improvements while coordinating with engineering, maintenance and production teams.

The role requires 2–4 years in mechanical manufacturing, proficiency in Pro/Engineer and AutoCAD, and the ability to manage multiple projects under deadlines in a factory setting.

Qualifications

BS in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
2–4 years of experience in manufacturing engineering.
Proficiency with Lean and Kaizen approaches to cost, quality and delivery.
Hands-on tooling design and drawings using Pro/Engineer/AutoCAD.
Ability to work with multiple levels of staff and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support for existing equipment and processes to ensure optimum efficiency.
Design and develop tooling, mechanisms and equipment for metalworking in manufacturing.
Perform standard analyses, calculations and generate drawings as required.
Manage multiple projects to meet safety, quality, cost, delivery and continuous improvement goals.
Support other engineers in solving problems with new or existing products.
Interact with associates at multiple skill levels across the organization.
Support scrap reduction and productivity improvements using Lean tools.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Kaizen

Statistical Process Control

Root cause analysis

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

Pro/Engineer

AutoCAD

Job description

Process Engineer

Company: JTEKT

Department: Engineering

Location: Cairo, GA

Classification: Salaried Exempt

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Grade: 105

The Process Engineer will have a strong understanding of Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques. Technical skills required in manufacturing processes and methods including flow, layout, and production equipment with a strong focus on bearing manufacturing processes. Working with personnel from manufacturing, maintenance, set-up and engineering, the manufacturing engineer must be able to improve manufacturing processes and methods for cost-reduction, quality improvement and efficiency.

Essential Duties and Accountabilities:

Provide technical support for existing equipment and processes in a manufacturing environment to ensure optimum efficiency is achieved.

Design and development of tooling, mechanisms, and equipment for use in metalworking in manufacturing processes.

Perform standard analysis, calculations, and generate drawings, as required in product engineering designs.

Independently manage multiple projects and activities to meet safety, quality, cost, delivery, and continuous improvement goals while meeting planned deadlines.

Support of other engineers in solving problems associated with manufacturing new or existing products.

Requires the ability to interact and work with associates at multiple skill levels throughout the organization.

Provide engineering support in area of scrap reduction, productivity improvements utilizing Lean tools, machine builds, and quality improvements.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proficient in using computers with the Windows operating system including the Microsoft Office Group of Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Proficient with Pro/Engineer and AutoCAD.

Capable of taking engineering theories and putting them to practical use in manufacturing.

Understand and ability to apply Statistical Process Control to solve problems and make sound judgment.

Ability to document process changes in support of a structured Quality Assurance system.

Ability to work independently within a team structure.

Must understand and be able to implement Lean manufacturing concepts, problem-solving techniques, and root-cause analysis.

Other desirable skills and experience:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong project management skills.

Effective interpersonal skills with internal and external customers.

Experience in mechatronics and automated transfer processes.

Practical understanding of problem-solving techniques such as, 8D, A3, 5 Why, etc.

Uses hands on approach to engineering in support of abrasive metal removal processes.

Education and Experience:

Qualified candidates will have a BS in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology with 2 - 4 years of experience.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Work is performed in a normal office setting and on shop floor. In the office setting there will be minimal exposure to health or safety hazards, with substantial time spent working on a computer. Requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard and other office equipment. Shop floor setting will result in exposure to hot and cold temperatures, noise, fumes, limited dust, and oily coolants. Requires walking, climbing, bending, and occasional lifting of material up to 40 pounds.

The performance of this position will require daily exposure to manufacturing areas which require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection.

Travel by automobile and plane may be required at times.

What We Offer:

Our foundation is built on integrity, continuous improvement, and a deep commitment to safety and to the community. During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include: