Process Engineer I: Lean Manufacturing & Automation

Fritz Dräxlmaier GmbH & Co. KG; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fritz Dräxlmaier GmbH & Co. KG in Duncan, SC, is seeking a Process Engineer 1 to optimize production processes, improve efficiency and reduce cycle times in the plant.

You will work on process parameter optimization, maintain process capability, and support documentation updates to align with IATF 16949 standards. The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 1–2 years of related experience, with travel possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
• 1–2 years of knowledge with JIT Principles.
• 1–2 years of Automated Manufacturing, Plastic Processing, Continuous Improvement experience.
• 2 years of Analytical Troubleshooting is desired.
• Experience with 2D and 3D Modeling Software, Industrial Automation and Controls.
• Good technical knowledge with Lean Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Optimization of productivity and quality for production processes installed in the plant.
• Increase efficiency and reduce cycle times of production process within area of responsibility by optimizing process parameters or equipment.
• Eliminate manufacturing waste through process optimization.
• Maintain machine and process capability for production processes within area of responsibility.
• Assist production and maintenance in isolating complex manufacturing issues within area of responsibility.
• Maintain and update production documentation per IATF 16949 within area of responsibility.
• Establish reference and boundary samples in cooperation with Product Development, Process Development and Quality.
• Support Equipment Planner in defining process-specific input for new production equipment.
• Review engineering change requests and provide feedback on cost.
• Investigate new technologies to stay competitive in Automotive Manufacturing.

Skills

JIT Principles

Automated Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Analytical Troubleshooting

2D/3D Modeling

Industrial Automation & Controls

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Tools

Modeling Software

Automation & Controls

Job description

Fritz Dräxlmaier GmbH & Co. KG in Duncan, SC, is seeking a Process Engineer 1 to optimize production processes, improve efficiency and reduce cycle times in the plant.

You will work on process parameter optimization, maintain process capability, and support documentation updates to align with IATF 16949 standards. The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 1–2 years of related experience, with travel possible.