Process Engineering Technician, Santa Claus, IN

Kimball International; Santa Claus (IN); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Kimball International is seeking a Process Engineering Technician in Santa Claus, IN. The role focuses on optimizing manufacturing processes, improving throughput, and ensuring defect-free output through lean methods and robust work instructions.

The position involves collaborating with design and production teams to translate requirements into efficient processes, while maintaining safety and ergonomic standards across various materials.

Qualifications

• Fast-paced, results-driven environment experience.
• Ability to apply lean principles to manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsabilités

• Supports development of cycle times, TAKT and throughput.
• Reviews production data daily to identify bottlenecks.
• Assists in line design and work station definitions.
• Implements safe, ergonomic processes and tooling.

Connaissances

Lean Manufacturing

Project Management

Mechanical Knowledge

Microsoft Office

Communication

Outils

MS Project

Visio

Description du poste

Process Engineering Technician, Santa Claus, IN

#26-380

Requisition Number

26-380

Brand Information

If you prefer a career that offers different opportunities daily while working with a variety of people, Kimball International would like to talk to you. We are a family-friendly company that values the differences that make each associate unique.

Job Description

High Level Statement of the Role:

The Process Engineer is responsible for conducting studies and implementing the best sequence of the operations and work flow. Suggests methods to ensure the maximum utilization of facilities, equipment and human resource to deliver a process capable of producing 100% on time and defect free.

Responsible for providing the technical expertise linking design requirements with production realities.

Roles and Responsibilities:

(Include Safety and Environmental, Quality, and Job Specific Roles and Responsibilities)

• Supports development of identifying appropriate cycle, TAKT and product throughput time.


• Review production and labor daily


• Supports development of line designs, work station and operational definitions.


• Support development of line and work station design. This will include assessments and adjustments to enhance productivity and adjust capacity as needed.


• Able to apply concepts such as DFA/DFM, Lean Manufacturing/DFT, Poka-Yoke, etc.


• Supports setting up processes that include a variety of materials including wood, metal, plastic and glass.


• Assists in developing processes that are safe and ergonomically suitable


• Develops, communicates and participates in implementing manufacturing process strategies capable of producing defect free products that consistently meet customer requirements for value and pricing.


• Conducts root cause investigations


• Develops root cause investigations


• Develops work instructions and OMS


• Plans and identifies fixture and hand tools, incorporating mistake proofing into the process.

Job Requirements

Skills to Perform This Role:

Interpersonal Skills

• Team Oriented


• Strong drive for success.


• Customer centric


• Possess a high degree of integrity.


• Ability to keep humor in the workplace.


• Ability to build & sustain relationships.


• Flexible and open to change.


• Tactful


• Honest and ethical


• Creative thinking

Skills to Perform This Role:

Communication Skills

• Good listener


• Persuasive and credible


• Can communicate technical and non-technical issues


• Ability to lead and teach

Business Skills

• Understands how they influence results


• Results focused


• Ability to meet deadlines


• Environmentally conscious


• Understanding of financial issues


• Understands lean manufacturing

Technical Skills

• Strong mechanical knowledge


• PC literate. Fluent with Microsoft office programs


• Understanding of equipment capabilities, cost justification and optimal utilization


• Highly skilled in project management and able to utilize project management software.


• Able to manage a project from idea conception to completion


• Able to communicate and sustain improvements

Leadership Skills

• Able to make sound decisions weighing all aspects of a situation


• Strong organizational skills


• Needs to be self-managed and motivated


• Excellent problem solving skills


• Ability to adapt to and manage change


• Good relationship builder


• Able to facilitate win/win solutions

Qualifications:

Work/Educational

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment that is results driven.


• Previous production/ quality experience

EEO Statement

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

VISA Sponsorship

Kimball International, Inc. will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment/work visa status (e.g.. H-1B)

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