Process Engineer

americanwoodmarkcareers; North Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Health Care Benefits

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation Days

Paid Sick Days

401(k) Match

Tuition Assistance

Relocation Assistance when available

Job summary

American Woodmark, a leading cabinet manufacturer, seeks a Process Engineer in North Carolina to drive process improvements, standardize practices, and boost equipment capability and maintenance on the plant floor.

Ideal candidate has 3+ years manufacturing experience with large process systems, experience on the plant floor with process equipment and controls, and a track record in continuous improvement and project management. Six Sigma is a plus and bilingual English/Spanish is helpful.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years manufacturing experience with large process systems.
• Experience on the plant floor with process equipment and process controls.
• Experience with material flows and continuous improvement practices.
• Six Sigma training is a plus.
• Track record of successful project management.
• Team environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose issues with component machining and assembly equipment; oversee repair and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain control over machining, dust extraction, assembly, and adhesives.
• Train operators and develop/update training materials; oversee training as needed.
• Assist maintenance with complex electrical or mechanical problems.
• File technical documents related to components (electrical prints, PLC/VFD programs).
• Oversee machine upgrades to improve uptime and first pass yield.
• Lead improvements to the predictive maintenance program and related analyses.
• Participate on assigned teams/projects and provide guidance.
• Ensure safety and housekeeping, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Process improvement

Root cause analysis

Project management

Team collaboration

Six Sigma

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Electrical/maintenance certifications beneficial

Tools

MS Project

AutoCAD

Job description

American Woodmark is now part of MasterBrand, the largest residential cabinet manufacturer in North America. Together, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of trusted cabinetry brands and products to homeowners, builders, dealers, and retailers.

At MasterBrand, our purpose is Building Great Experiences Together. For more than 70 years, our products have helped shape the spaces where people live, gather, and make lasting memories.

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Process Engineer will drive focused projects and standardization of processes, driving expertise within process improvements, advanced applications and technologies, and equipment capability and maintenance.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to excel at the essential functions assigned. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years manufacturing experience with large process systems is preferred
• Demonstrated experience working directly on the plant floor with process equipment developing process controls
• Must have experience in material flows, continuous improvement practices; and process analysis
• Six Sigma training is a plus
• Track record of successful project management

• Experience in working in a team environment
• Experience with MS Project and Auto-Cad is preferred

Skills

• Basic personal computer skills in a networked environment a plus, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint) are required
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common training, technical journals, statistical reports and blueprints/schematics
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Advanced math skills, including the ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to interpret graphs and diagrams
• Listen and communicate effectively with internal clients, employees and contractors/vendors
• Develop presentations to be delivered to employee groups and management
• Ability to identify root cause and develop permanent solution action steps
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

Education

• A bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field is preferred
• Certifications in electrical, plumbing, or maintenance would be beneficial

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Component machining and assembly equipment - diagnose issues and oversee repair -- develop tracking and preventative/predictive maintenance
• Maintain control over all aspects of machining, dust extraction, assembly, adhesives
• Operator equipment training -- develop and update materials used as they relate to equipment. Oversee training of new operators if required
• Assist maintenance with complex electrical or mechanical problems when support is required
• Insure proper filing of all technical documents related to component operations (i.e. -electrical prints and PLC/VFD programs)
• Oversee/perform machine upgrades - electrical/mechanical as required to improve uptime or first pass yield
• Provide constant upgrades (and training to maintenance) on PM system -- based on experience gained
• Lead improvements to predictive maintenance program -- vibration analysis, thermograph, amp draw graphing, profile analysis, etc.
• Actively participate on assigned teams and/or projects
• Ensures policies are followed and provides guidance

• Provide a safe and productive work environment, including housekeeping.
• Participate in the identification and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives
• Perform other tasks or duties as directed by manager

SCOPE & EXPECATIONS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear and occasionally required to sit
• The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms; occasionally working on a ladder
• Typical indoor manufacturing environment. The noise level is usually moderate to high and hearing protection may be required on the production floor. Safety glasses are required on the production floor.
• This position will not have direct reports
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds over head
• Reports to:Plant Engineering Manager
• Occasional weekend work may be required
• Travel Requirements:
  • Minimum travel (10-20%) associated with this position
• Recruitment process may consist of any combination of phone, video and in person interviews
• Offers may be contingent upon successful completion of Background Check, Drug Screen, Physical Examination and/or potential Motor Vehicle Check

BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Competitive Compensation
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Sick Days
• 401(k) Match
• Tuition Assistance
• Relocation Assistance when available

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The American Woodmark Corporation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, military and veteran status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy, or any other legally-protected characteristic; and it will comply with all applicable state discrimination laws. No person will be denied employment solely because of a disability, provided that the person can perform the essential functions of the position for which the person has applied, either with or without reasonable accommodations.