Process Engineer Level 1

faurecia S.A.; Fraser (MI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Faurecia Fraser Plant is seeking a Process Engineer to manage product interfaces with development, design manufacturing processes, and support continuous improvement efforts. The role covers process design, implementation, and engineering change management, with focus on HSE compliance and production performance.

The candidate should have at least 5 years in a related technical field, English proficiency, and experience with Faurecia Excellence System.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the related technical field.
• Trained in Faurecia Excellence System and Program Management System

Responsibilities

• Interface with the product engineer regarding follow-up from conception to SOP and beyond.
• Define cycle time and align with takt time and standard operations.
• Release and update manufacturing process documents; conduct process FMEA.
• Follow up prototypes and update manufacturing routines through Engineering Change Management.
• Carry out process productivity analyses and implement improvements.
• Provide production support including troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Participate in the ME network and support HSE compliance under ISO 14001/45001.

Skills

Technical skills

Strong communication

International mindset

English proficiency

Education

5+ years in relevant field

Faurecia Excellence System / PMO training

Job description

Position Summary

The role of a Process Engineer is responsible for managing the product interface with product development, the process design and implementation, contributing to the Engineering Change Management process, and supporting continuous improvement and production.

Responsibilities

Product Interface:

• Interface with the product engineer (D&D) regarding follow-up of the product conception: from the acquisition phase till SOP (+ 6 month) whenever necessary
• Ensure manufacturing feasibility, participate to product FMEA

Process Design:

• Get support from relevant technology experts or support functions
• Define cycle time in line with takt time and standard operations
• Integrate ergonomics principles in product design
• Issue process flowcharts
• Establish manufacturing routines
• Release manufacturing process documents
• Conduct process FMEA
• Release and update the plant lay-out
• Define investments list and resources needs

Process Implementation:

• Define production equipment specifications
• Follow-up production equipment build
• Ensures equipment delivery and installation in the plant
• Conduct equipment reception process
• Capitalize on lessons learned and provide best practices

Engineering Change Management:

• Follow-up prototypes build
• Update manufacturing routines

Continuous Improvement:

• Carry out process productivity analysis
• Implement improvements action plans
• Manage production equipment performance

Production Support:

• Trouble shooting
• Support the solving problem process.

ME Network:

• Participate to the ME network
• Assist with any additional tasks as assigned by the company

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):

• Support commitments established in the ISO 14001/45001 HSE Integrated Policy.
• Conform to requirements established in Fraser Plant ISO 14001/ 45001 Health Safety and Enviromental(HSE) procedures and work instructions.
• Ensure members in assigned area(s) of responsibility conform to relevant EMS requirements.
• Support HSE programs to achieve objectives and targets.
• For additional responsibilities and authorities please refer to the Authority and Responsibility Matrix for HSE Management System NAO-C-LSE-5802

Other:

• Follow values established within Being Faurecia. Act with an entrepreneurial mindset as well as with autonomy and accountability.
• Act in accordance with the behaviors as established in Faurecia’s Code of Ethics and Code of Management.

Position Specifications

Authorities:

• Manage, coordinate, and implement improvements through inhouse or contractors.
• Alter and create documentation to work cell and associated area.
• Ensure the HSE Management System (HSEMS) requirements are established, implemented, and maintained in accordance with the ISO 14001/45001 standards.

Knowledge / Skills:

• Good technical skills on product and process
• Strong communication skills
• International mindset
• Proficient level of English required.

Education / Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the related technical field or a combination of a minimum of 5 years of formal technical education and the related Technical field.
• Trained in Faurecia Excellence System and Program Management System

Salary Range: USD 78,000 - 112,000