Process Engineer

General Motors; Saginaw, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors in Saginaw, MI is seeking a results-driven engineer to lead plant-floor problem solving and quality improvement initiatives onsite. You will manage projects, apply structured problem solving, and support adherence to global quality requirements and GMS processes.

This role may require off-shift and weekend work and occasional relocation benefits. Ideal candidates have an engineering degree, 3+ years of relevant experience, and strong analytical skills to balance technical and

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to balance technical solutions with business imperatives.
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
• Generate technical solutions utilizing 7 Diamonds, Red X, DFMEA and other tools.
• Independent judgment in managing complex tasks with minimal input from supervisor.
• Understanding of GMS, Quality Systems, and lean concepts.
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Willingness to work off shift and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects with broad scope and high difficulty.
• Generate technical solutions utilizing 7 Diamonds, Red X and other tools as applicable.
• Assist production and trades teams in prevention of defect occurrence and recommend process changes.
• Review nonconforming parts and perform root cause follow-up.
• Coordinate engineering change implementation through PFCM.
• Support improvements through TIP (Throughput Improvement Process), ensure high-yield and productivity.
• Lead continuous improvement projects for product quality and process stability/capability.
• Close communication with multi-functional teams, including Production, Engineering, Quality, and GSC.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Lean concepts

Manufacturing processes

Team orientation

Off-shift work

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent experience

Tools

7 Diamonds

Red X

DFMEA

Quality Systems

Job description

Onsite and Travel Requirements

Job Description Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to our Saginaw, MI location on a full-time basis. This role is primarily a 1st shift position supporting 2nd and/or 3rd shift when needed and overtime. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits. The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.

The Role

You will be responsible to Manage daily plant floor requests to support high level problem solving and develop quick containment action with robust long-term corrective actions. Present the teams with clear problem definition and technical guidance on complex problems. Support the plant in monitoring execution and compliance to the global quality requirements and GMS processes. Manage projects as requested by plant leadership. In this position you will be supporting an off shift, you will need to be able to work autonomously, with occasional guidance from supervision.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Manage multiple projects with broad scope and high degree of difficulty.
• Generate unique technical solutions utilizing 7 Diamonds Process, Red X and other tools as applicable
• Assist production and trades teams in prevention of defect occurrence and recommend process changes
• Review of nonconforming parts and sub-assemblies for proper initial disposition and root cause follow-up
• Coordinate engineering change implementation through PFCM
• Support improvements through TIP (Throughput Improvement Process), ensure high-yield and productivity
• Lead continuous improvement projects for product quality and process stability/capability
• Close communication with multi-functional teams, including Production, Engineering, Quality, and GSC.

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated ability to attain results, while balancing technical solutions with business imperatives
• Solid analytical/problem solving skills with capability to identify solutions to unusual and complex problems
• Generate technical solutions utilizing 7 Diamonds, Red X, DFMEA and other tools as applicable
• Exercises independent judgment in managing complex and ambiguous tasks with minimal input from supervisor
• Understanding of GMS, Quality Systems, and lean concepts
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Strong team orientation, availability and willingness to work off shift and weekend schedules.

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Proficient in use of Flexnet, Q-Stat, FIT and VisMock-Up or UG
• Understanding of Process Control Plans and Process Failure Modes Effect Analysis
• Demonstrated effective use of Red X Problem Solving
• Knowledge and experience in foundry operations

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