PROCESS ENGINEER

Description

POSITION TITLE:  Process Engineer                      

PAY GRADE:           Salary Exempt

BUSINESS UNIT:   Residential Business Unit              Dept:  17-FlexBOX Processing; 10-FiberglassBOX Processing

                                Industrial Business Unit                            14-Industrial Assembly

REPORTS TO:  Continuous Improvement Manager         

PURPOSE:  The Process Engineer (PE) is responsible for identifying, developing and improving manufacturing processes to meet product sales, cost and company objectives. PE addresses constraints in the manufacturing value stream via process mapping and by utilizing the proper continuous improvement methods.

1.0 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:

1. Follow all company safety guidelines, practices, and procedures.
2. Promote continuous improvement and its methodologies with all process associates. Keep associates abreast of the reasons behind changes.
3. Participate in and/or occasionally lead continuous improvement projects including but not limited to Kaizens, chartered teams, Just Do It projects and events.
4. Facilitate and coordinate process improvements with process stakeholders including outside vendors, maintenance and process associates.
5. Design, develop and assess/evaluate manufacturing processes to ensure quality products are produced safely at desired cost targets.
6. Lead the implementation/installation of new manufacturing processes. Oversee related tasks within the Design and Development process.
7. Evaluate existing manufacturing processes for constraints and conformance to design using Value Stream Maps, lean manufacturing concepts and proven problem-solving methods.
8. Update and manage Value Stream Maps as changes are implemented.
9. Establish equipment specifications, research testing methods, work with equipment vendors and Allied equipment engineers.
10. Ensure all drawings are consistently updated and reflect design changes and revisions in accordance with project specifications and standards. Upload the latest version in the designated document control system.
11. Develop and coordinate the manufacturing process, design details with process associates and management team personnel, as necessary.
12. Utilize lean manufacturing techniques such as Visual Factory Management, One Piece Flow and Single-Minute-Exchange (of) Die, etc.
13. Utilize effective problem-solving processes such as A3, 8D, 6-sigma, 5 Why’s, etc.
14. Ensure accuracy of the Bill of Materials (BOM’s) by evaluating/auditing minimum run quantity, output rate, first run capability, efficiency factor, etc.
15. Oversee the revision of any BOM’s as process improvements are made.
16. Support implementation of and compliance to TPM throughout the manufacturing process.
17. Create and maintain process documents according to the controlled document system.
18. Keep up with professional and technical knowledge. Continually improve skills and abilities.
19. Perform other duties, as assigned. 

2.0 QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. 1. Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job.
   2. Must be able to work well with others and in a team atmosphere.
   3. Strong attention to detail.
   4. Excellent planning and organizational skills.
   5. Must be flexible with work schedules and work overtime as required.
   6. Must demonstrate a willingness to learn and be an active participant in training.
   7. Ability to multi-task and prioritize issues.
   8. Must possess good critical thinking and decision-making abilities.
   9. Ability to conduct detailed analysis of product drawings.
   10. Review applications and use computer aided drafting and design systems to create and develop detailed drawings and designs.
   11. Ability to utilize appropriate data analysis techniques and applications. 

3.0 KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field, preferably with some on the job experience. An associate degree in engineering will be considered with appropriate level of experience or seven years’ experience in an equivalent field. Hands-on experience with industrial machines, robotics and auxiliary equipment desired.

4.0 MENTAL/VISUAL REQUIREMENT:

Ability to follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to work without close supervision. Ability to generate reporting documents and participate in team meetings. Self-motivated with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced production environment. Good general ability with use of computer touch screens and written documents. Basic math skills, ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

5.0 PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The associate is frequently required to:

1. Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, climb, use hands to feel or handle objects, tools, or controls;
2. Reach and lift with hands and arms; talk, see and hear
3. Associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
4. Required to perform repetitive tasks
5. The associate may need to be available for extended shift hours if needed and assist in emergency situations
6. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice, based on operational needs.

6.0 WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an associate will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate frequently works near moving parts. The associate may occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Due to the open environment of the building, must be able to work in various temperatures. Involves moderate or occasional presence of unfavorable conditions, i.e., cold, dust, heat, noise, odor, chemicals, etc. Safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, heat protective sleeves, and safety shoes may be required in the area that you are working in based on our safety PPE standards.

Allied Moulded Products is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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