Project Engineer

Austin Community College; Batesville (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance

Generous 401K Matching Program

Paid time off

Opportunities for development and advancement

Job summary

A leader in the death care industry in Batesville, IN, is seeking a Project Engineer to implement improvements aligned with Lean manufacturing principles. The role involves optimizing product flow, managing quality, and supporting corrective actions in production. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 1-3 years of relevant experience. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, including medical insurance and a 401K matching program. Join our family of committed associates and help honor the lives of those we serve.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) or equivalent in engineering or related field is preferred.
• One to three years related engineering experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience with emphasis in manufacturing.
• Ability to solve routine problems using established procedures

Responsibilities

• Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles throughout the organization.
• Ensure product flow is optimized by reducing WIP and improving productivity.
• Support implementation of corrective actions to solve production/quality issues.
• Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement using value stream mapping, 5S, kanban and visual management
• Support corrective actions for production/quality issues
• Apply SPC methods and quality tools (PFMEA, Control Plan, DOE) to analyze data
• Prepare risks, costs, schedules, and work with manufacturing on new product/process development

Skills

Excellent communication

Problem-solving skills

Lean/Continuous Improvement tools

Statistical methods

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Statistical Software Packages

Statistical Software Packages

Job description

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At Batesville, you will be a part of a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation. A recognized leader in the death care industry in North America, we are committed to our mission of helping families honor the lives of those they love®. We are currently seeking a Project Engineer to join our team in Batesville, IN.

As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for implementing projects aligned with our philosophy of Lean manufacturing. This position is responsible for identifying and implementing improvements in process, materials, and equipment. This position is also responsible for the quality of products as they are passed on to the customer.

How You’ll be Rewarded

• Batesville is a family. You will be part of a family of highly committed associates who are passionate about our company, committed to our customers and excited about our future.
• The salary range will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to qualifications, skills, experience, and location.
• In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based bonuses or other forms of incentive compensation.
• IMMEDIATE ELIGIBILITY – Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as prescription coverage, short-term disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more.
• Generous 401K Matching Program
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for development and advancement

What You’ll Do

• Performs routine assignments in the entry level of the Professional Career Band
• Develops competence by performing structured work assignments
• Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems
• Receives instruction, guidance and direction from others
• Design, develop, and implement improvements to control usage and reduce scrap.
• Ensure product flow is optimized by reducing WIP and improving productivity
• Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles throughout the organization using value stream mapping and other lean manufacturing tools such as 5s, kanban, and visual management
• Support implementation of corrective actions to solve production/quality issues
• Applies statistical process control (SPC) methods and quality design and control tools (PFMEA, Control Plan, DOE, etc.) for analyzing data to evaluate the current process and process changes
• Generates risk assessment, engineering requirements, cost estimates, schedules and works with manufacturing to implement new product/process development projects.
• Perform system reviews to ensure quality system policies, standard operating procedures, work instructions, and job instructions are being used and followed and assist in establishing or improving process flows for standard work
• Other duties may be assigned

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) or equivalent from a college or university in engineering or related field is preferred
• One to three years related engineering experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience with an emphasis in manufacturing environment

Nice to Haves

• Experience in AutoCAD and Info View preferred
• Direct experience in applicable industry is preferred
• Experience with Statistical Software Packages preferred
• Firm grasp of Lean/Continuous Improvement tools and methodologies preferred
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills required
• Concentration specific knowledge/experience as required for assigned area

Physical Requirements

To perform this job successfully, the physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle and feel, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee may occasionally be required to crouch, or lift items as heavy as 25 lbs. This job may require the employee to see with clarity at both near and far distances.

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Who We Are

A cornerstone in the death care industry, Batesville has distinguished itself from all others through our commitment to quality, service, and innovation. For more than 115 years, Batesville has been dedicated to serving the needs of licensed funeral professionals and helping families honor the lives of those they love.® With annual revenues of approximately $600 million, Batesville is a leader, providing a comprehensive portfolio of burial and cremation products, memorialization offerings, profit-enhancing merchandising systems and leading-edge technology solutions.

At Batesville, our associates are our strongest asset. We strive to attract, hire, and develop the best and brightest to ensure our place in the future. Batesville has a strong culture of achievement, which is underpinned by these five core values:

• Individual worth and integrity
• Excellence in execution
• Spirit of continuous learning and improvement
• Courage
• Customer focus and partnership

What Sets Us Apart

Making a difference: Helping families honor the lives of those they love® isn’t just our mission. It’s why we do what we do every day to make every Batesville product the best it can be.

Development is a priority: We promote learning and development from Day 1. From our Experience Batesville onboarding program to self-guided courses on Batesville University, there are numerous opportunities to advance your skills. We encourage associates to create Individual Development Plans (IDPs) to help drive career-focused discussions and advancement.

Putting customers first: We value the funeral professional’s role in serving families and are committed to doing our part to ensure their success.

We Have Fun! We work hard, but when it’s time to play, we get creative – and competitive. We provide numerous engagement activities to bring people together across the organization.

We Give Back: We support our communities by assisting in fundraising events and volunteer programs to help those in need. *These services are not available at all Batesville locations.

DISCLAIMER: The above information in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by the employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of any employee assigned to this job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

At Batesville, we strive to build a diverse workforce through equal-opportunity employment that embraces and leverages the differences each individual has to offer. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of minorities/females/disabled/veterans.