Process Engineer

QUANTA MANUFACTURING NASHVILLE LLC; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Process Engineer to enhance manufacturing operations. In this pivotal role, you will develop and implement process improvements, ensuring optimal efficiency and quality. You'll lead projects focusing on continuous improvement methodologies like Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing, while also troubleshooting production issues. Your expertise will be key in automating processes and enhancing product performance. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will drive significant advancements in manufacturing excellence, all within a supportive and fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement projects and evaluate current processes.
• Develop and implement process improvements for efficiency and quality.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical Abilities

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Access

Job description

• Employee Type: Full Time Exempt
• Travel: 10%
• Manage Others: No

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Process Engineer will be responsible for end-to-end processes related to CCBU operation. The Process Engineer will develop processes and identify the equipment required to establish best-in-class manufacturing operations in parallel with defining routings, physical and systemic process flows. The Engineer will be responsible for the identification, evaluation, selection, procurement, and qualification of equipment utilized in the CCBU Operation.

Develop and implement process improvements to improve product and process quality, output, cycle time, productivity, and equipment downtime. Support new product introduction and processes into production. Develop the process for the introduction of new products and changes to operations. Resolve daily production issues with short and long-term solutions. Identify and implement new methods or equipment aimed at improvements in yields, turnaround time, reliability, and costs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads physical and systemic process improvement projects including the direction of project teams to support continuous process improvements. Includes but is not limited to Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing implementation, DOE.
• Responsible for process control and support for service and repair area.
• Responsible for evaluating current processes and working to develop and implement process improvements on an ongoing basis to ensure optimal efficiency and quality.
• Validate and test process effectiveness and improvements through the use of normal engineering techniques, design of experiments, data analysis, and statistical analysis.
• Provide leadership in customer quality and efficiency efforts by working with support teams to improve cycle times and reduce defects.
• Develop proven flows and operator work instructions.
• Perform Cost Analysis & provide Cost Improvement ideas for the production & service areas.
• Perform Time Studies, Head Count, and Capacity analysis across all areas.
• Train appropriate personnel in all aspects of the facility; as it pertains to processes, procedures, and instructions.
• Continuous Improvement – drive quality improvement, productivity improvement, scrap reduction, and other cost reduction efforts, through process improvement initiatives.
• Problem-solving – investigate and recommend solutions for production, service, and product-related quality, manufacturing, or process issues.
• Utilizes technology to improve, streamline, and automate manufacturing processes.
• Plan, implement, set up, and monitor equipment used to automate manufacturing processes.
• Develop and design automation concepts, choosing and programming a controller and ensuring the proper communication between the actuators connected to the controller. Simulating, installing, testing, and managing electrical or mechanical automation and finally monitoring the automation processes on an ongoing basis.
• Develop measures of process control.
• Develop and implement Preventive Maintenance procedures.
• Identify process capabilities and limitations and make recommendations and implement process improvements.
• Investigate and quantify the manufacturability and serviceability of new and existing products.
• Work with product development engineers during and after product introduction to improve product performance.
• Troubleshoot and solve various manufacturing and service problems.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing, industrial, or related engineering field and 2 years of manufacturing, process, or industrial engineering experience with automated assembling equipment or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PC skills including Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, AutoCAD, or related software.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must possess strong leadership skills and be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of management and employees.
• Must be a team player that can work efficiently under minimal supervision.
• Ability to function and execute in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Small component electro/mechanical manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Occasional travel, sometimes to Asia, is required.
• Knowledge of development and improvement of work processes related to electro-mechanical assemblies is a plus.
• Knowledge of design and implementation of engineering experiments.
• Creative problem-solving ability and strong communication skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work in a team environment.

GENERAL SKILLS

• Detail-oriented.
• Analytical abilities.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to use own initiative.
• Flexibility to change direction frequently and with little notice.
• Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent planning and organization abilities.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills for manufacturing automated equipment.
• Able to complete projects under tight deadlines, even when there are competing requirements and changes in assignments.

COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to use tact and diplomacy.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Able to maintain confidentiality.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Able to stand, stoop, and bend.
• Ability to walk and stand on cement floors for long periods.
• Able to work in a warehouse environment with no central heat or air.
• Able to sit at a desk and use/view a computer for prolonged periods of time, up to 8 hours daily.
• Able to speak into and use a telephone for prolonged periods, up to 8 hours daily.
• Able to operate a pallet jack and/or forklift.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Fast-paced with multi-level distractions.
• Professional, yet casual work environment.