Process Engineer in Buford

Energy Jobline ZR; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR invites applications for a Process Engineer in the elastomers/automotive sector. The role centers on optimizing compression-molding processes, improving tooling, and driving yield and reliability in production.

You will work closely with R&D, quality, and suppliers to develop new manufacturing processes, analyze data, and ensure quality output of molded components. Strong collaboration is essential for on-time project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years hands-on automotive manufacturing with process development.
• Knowledge of plastic manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Create and improve compression-molding machinery and processes.
• Collaborate with R&D to develop new manufacturing processes as needed.
• Analyze manufacturing data and suggest improvements.
• Analyze production and machinery KPIs.
• Ensure quality output of molded components.
• Interact with customers, suppliers, and internal resources.
• Establish parameters for an optimal molding environment.
• Design fixtures and components to enhance production.
• Analyze quality control and correct flaws.
• Create and maintain pFMEA documents.

Skills

Automotive industry knowledge

Controls/Electrical knowledge

Robotic/Mechatronic knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Hydraulic/Pneumatic knowledge

Forming/Assembly knowledge

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

SAP

MS-Office

SolidWorks

3D Printer

SRM System

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Position:Process Engineer

Department:Elastomers

Functional Area:Engineering

Classification:Non-ExemptExempt

Reporting Structure: Team Leader Industrial Engineer

Educational Background Required:

• Bachelor’s degree, B.S. .
• 3-5 years of hands-on Automotive Manufacturing; minimum of 2 years manufacturing process development
• Knowledge of Plastic Manufacturing Processes

Skills and Training

• Automotive industry knowledge
• Basic Controls/Electrical Knowledge
• Basic Robotic/Mechatronic Knowledge
• Basic Mechanical Knowledge
• Basic Hydraulic / Pneumatic Knowledge
• Basic Forming and Assembly Process Knowledge

Essential Functions Required for Job

• Create and improve Compression-molding machinery and processes.
• Work with research and development to create new manufacturing processes as needed.
• Analyze manufacturing data and suggest improvements.
• Analyze production and machinery KPIs.
• Ensure quality output of molded components.
• Interact with customers, suppliers, and internal resources.
• Establish the parameters for an optimal molding environment.
• Design and build necessary components/fixtures as needed to improve production process.
• Analyze quality control and correct flaws.
• Create new reports/deviations and yearly verifications.
• Create and maintain pFMEA documents.
• Utilize problem solving tools such as A3, 5 Why’s.etc.
• Create and maintain Work and Set up Instruction for new and existing processes
• Work with surrounding departments to complete projects on time and under budget
• Identify and generate solutions for safety incidents as they arise
• Other duties as assigned

Interaction Required: Within the company and Externally

• All Internal Departments

Workplace and Equipment:

• Office workplace, PC, telephone, SAP, MS-Office, VPN, laptop, SolidWorks, 3D Printer, SRM System

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting
• Standing
• Lifting
• Repeated Hand Motion

Environmental:

• Uncontrolled temperatures: (heat/cold) production area
• Controlled temperatures: Offices / Labs
• Exposure to Noise, Dust, Oil/Solvent Fumes, Fiber Glass
• Other: Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.