Process Engineer

Carlex Glass America, LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlex Glass America, LLC in Nashville, TN is seeking an Engineer to design and optimize glass fabrication processes. You will lead engineering activities in your assigned area, coordinating tooling, and ensuring seamless production runs.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in engineering, Six Sigma knowledge, 3+ years in manufacturing, and proficiency with CAD (SolidWorks). You will improve process capability, reduce scrap, and train operators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing or Electrical) or equivalent.
• Six Sigma certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engineering of assigned area of glass fabrication
• Manage process related tooling before each production run
• Troubleshoot line operations
• Issue and revise drawings/process sheets due to continuous process improvements
• 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 improvements
• Collaborate with operators to reduce defects and increase throughput
• Train operators to safely and effectively operate plant equipment

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing or Electrical) or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

Six Sigma

SPC

5 Why

Pareto analysis

Job description

• Engineering of assigned area of glass fabrication
• 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

Essential Job Functions

• Engineering of assigned area of glass fabrication
• 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

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing or Electrical) or any equivalent technical degree or applicable years of automotive glass processing experience.
• Six Sigma certified is preferred

Years of Experience:

• 3+ years in a Manufacturing Environment preferred
• PLC experience preferred
• Fluent in use of CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)

Other Requirements:

• 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

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Advanced/Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Hands-on approach to problem solving and analysis
• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills demonstrated in a team environment
• High Initiative
• Excellent ability to understand processes and interactions
• Ability and willingness to uphold the Carlex Values of Safety, Accountability, Results Oriented, Team Approach, Customer Focused, and strong Integrity and Ethics