Process Engineer: Continuous Improvement & Plant Maintenance

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, 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.