Process Engineer

Sigil Partners; Ligonier (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigil Partners in Indiana is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to manage process tooling, troubleshoot line operations, and drive continuous improvement initiatives on production runs.

You will analyze weekly production data, reduce defects and scrap, improve cycle times, issue updated drawings and process sheets, and train operators. CAD (SolidWorks) and Six Sigma knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering recommended.
• 2 to 5 years in manufacturing environment.
• 6-Sigma Green or Black Belt a plus.
• PLC experience preferred.
• Fluent in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manage process tooling in preparation for each production run.
• Troubleshoot line operations.
• Issue and revise drawings and process sheets as a result of continuous improvement in the process.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement in capability and/or scrap reduction.
• Verify conformance of components to customer specifications.
• Analyze weekly production results, identify deficiencies and implement the necessary improvements.
• Work with operators to reduce defects, increase throughput and improve the products' dimensional capability.
• Train operators how to safely and effectively operate plant equipment and machinery.

Skills

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Hands-on

Time management

Communication

Self-motivated

Team leadership

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

QAD System

Job description

• Manage process related tooling in preparation for each production run.
• Trouble-shoot line operations.
• Issue and revise drawing and process sheets as a result of continuous improvement in the process.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement in capability and/or scrap reduction.
• Verify conformance of components to customer specifications.
• Analyze weekly production results, identify deficiencies and implement the necessary improvements.
• Work with operators to reduce defects, increase throughput and improve the products' dimensional capability.
• Train operators how to safely and effectively operate plant equipment and machinery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering recommended
• 2 to 5 years in manufacturing environment
• 6-Sigma - Green or Black Belt a plus
• PLC experience preferred
• Fluent in use of CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)

Required Skills

• Proven track record of cost reduction in process manufacturing by means of equipment uptime, scrap reduction, cycle time improvement or downtime reduction.
• Comfortable working with cross-functional teams seeking best possible solutions for improvements.
• Must be hands-on.
• Valid driver's license required for business travel.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment or assembly lines
• Solid understanding of Six Sigma, SPC, 5 Why, Pareto and other tools to improve and sustain production levels
• Proven understanding of tools, quality of product and ability to implement improvements to operations
• Work beyond the traditional 40 hours per week may be required as workload or projects dictate, including weekends and holidays

Preferred Skills

• Effective written and verbal communication skills with all levels within the Company
• Strong analytical skills
• Project management skills with proven ability to execute on tasks and provide positive results
• Experienced in QAD System or similar - Order tracking, PO's and Requisition
• Ability to analyze data to determine best course of action for process improvements.
• Self-motivated
• Requires minimal daily supervision
• Professional, focused, consistent, reliable/dependable, excellent work ethic