Process Engineer

Woodbridge Group; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation & Benefits Plan

Flexible Working Hours

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Woodbridge Group in Chattanooga, Tennessee, seeks a technical support engineer to enhance manufacturing processes and ensure cost reduction through effective problem solving. The ideal candidate will develop formulations, manage daily operations, and collaborate with maintenance and production for optimal efficiency.

This role requires a strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with engineering practices, complemented by a commitment to a diverse workplace. Woodbridge Group values continuous learning and offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in an engineering role is required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude is essential.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop formulations and pour patterns to meet production specifications.
• Responsible for daily process operations.
• Plan and execute process improvement experiments.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Good verbal and interpersonal skills

Computer skills (AutoCAD, spreadsheets)

Education

One to two years’ experience in an engineering role

Tools

AutoCAD

Spreadsheet software

Databases

Job description

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits Plan
• Defined Contribution Plan with additional company match – Automatic company contribution to a top quartile retirement savings plan with more incentives to match
• Flexible Working Hours
• Employee Assistance Program with free access to health and wellness coaches
• Continuous Learning Culture – We believe in Upskilling & Internal Promotions!

Position Summary

Provide technical support to manufacturing locations through process related problem solving, process improvements and cost reduction programs, and the development and implementation of improved formulations, methods, equipment and associated technology, new product launches and new plant startups. Support, coordinate and assist in sampling activities. Prepare and analyze technical reports.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop formulations and pour patterns to meet production specifications
• Responsible for the daily process operations
• Liaison with maintenance to solve process equipment problems
• Liaison with production to address production concerns
• Plan and execute process improvement experiments
• Optimize raw material usage and minimize waste
• Participate in health & safety and quality audit process
• Write and update SOPS, SOTS, procedures, etc.

Education

• One to two years’ experience in an engineering role
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Good verbal and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of SPC and automotive quality standards, statistical experiments, ladder logic, metering pumps, drives, sensors and transducers, control theory, hydraulics, pneumatic are assets.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 5S, and Kaizen is a plus
• Required to work various shifts
• Computer skills, such as AutoCAD, Windows, spreadsheets, databases and word processing software

Woodbridge is committed to fostering a diverse workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants without regard to race, colour, ancestry, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know, and we will do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.