Process Improvement Engineer

Davita Inc.; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to enhance safety, quality, and performance in production. The successful candidate will utilize lean tools to drive initiatives, manage capital projects, and support manufacturing plants in achieving operational excellence. Ideal applicants have relevant academic backgrounds and experience in high-speed manufacturing environments.

Benefits

Health care plans

Flexible work arrangements

Vacation purchase options

Qualifications

• University Degree and 2 years relevant experience, or Master's Degree with 1 year.
• Military experience considered in lieu of education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to improve safety and manufacturing efficiencies.
• Drive projects for cost savings and process optimization.
• Capital Project Management for initiatives up to $250,000.

Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Innovation

Education

University Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers - such as Raid, Glade, Ziploc and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future - for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

The Process Improvement Engineer is responsible for leading manufacturing improvement efforts to assure a safe, high quality and high-performance working environment; and continually looking to eradicate losses, build new capabilities, and implement new technologies.

General activities include utilizing lean and reliability tools to identify and execute plant improvement initiatives; designing, constructing, testing, and operating equipment; ensuring that standards of safety, quality, cost, reliability, timeliness and performance are met in production processes; and the interpretation of plans, drawings and specifications. This role reports directly to the Site Lean Manager.

Please note we have two openings in the following areas: Reliability and Extrusion.

For internals this role is a Salary G.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing technical support to the manufacturing plants to improve safety, manufacturing efficiencies, product quality, resin yield, equipment reliability, and product cost utilizing problem solving tools to define and eliminate root causes of issues

• Investigates, drives, and assists on projects involving cost saving, process optimization, productivity improvements and replacing obsolete equipment related to existing processes

• Conduct plant diagnostics, quantify opportunities, establish business case and alignment with stakeholders for process enhancements

• Create supporting documentation for changes to meet compliance and training needs

• Assuring compliance of company global standards and regulations that may apply

• Capital Project Management - development and leadership of capital projects up to $250,000 on time and within budget from concept through start-up

• Embrace a continuous improvement mindset, apply and promote use of lean tools and systems with the manufacturing teams

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

• University Degree and 2 years of relevant work experience, or a Master's degree with 1 year of relevant work experience.

• Military experience considered in lieu of education requirement.

• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Experience with plastic extrusion, film making, and/or web handling

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering field

• Experience working in a high speed, continuous flow manufacturing environment

• Experience with automated packaging and conveyance processes

• Continuous Improvement - Knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing methodologies and tools such as value stream mapping, 5S, Kaizen, TPM, and RCA

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner using the appropriate methodologies

• Team and Interpersonal skills - Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills, balances team and individual responsibilities, and builds constructive relationships to achieve goals collaboratively

• Innovation - Displays creativity and resourcefulness which generate innovative approaches and ideas

• MS Office Applications, SAP, Autocad experience

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Full time with operational support outside core business hours as needed to support the 24x7 Manufacturing environment

• Willing and able to meet physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations: Standing and walking for extended periods of time, climbing stairs, wear all required personal protective equipment, and use of basic hand tools

• This position is not eligible for remote work

• The position is not eligible for domestic relocation

BENEFITS AND PERKS

SC Johnson's total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we're committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more.

Inclusion & Diversity

We're a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We're committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.

Better Together

At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to [e-mail]. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster for more information.