Process Engineer

Job Summary:

Provide technical expertise to the enhancement of manufacturing capabilities and processes to produce quality products at the most competitive price.  Develop mechanical design and redesign, cell, and facility layout. Enhanced focus on finishing systems and decoration prep systems, specifically automated and hand polishing applications of steel, aluminum, and stainless steel products.                  

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop plans to successfully complete the projects in a timely and cost-effective manner by assuring all required information from customers, engineering, tooling, quality and production are considered in the planning stages. Cellular ownership of processes to drive enhanced finishes at optimal cost through pre-polish (laser), rework, automated, and hand polishing systems.
• Maintain process parameters and adjust as required.
• Assist in the cost estimating and quoting of new and/or revised products and methods by initiating the quote according to specifications, determining process methods, the equipment required and optimum rates.
• Responsible for mechanical design and redesign, including equipment and machinery. Responsible for testing and trialing new consumables and methods to drive optimal cost, quality, and operational through-put in these systems
• Lead in the identification and implementation of effective solutions that will improve the manufacturing process and capabilities.   Develop and redesign facility layouts in support of this objective. Promote continuous process improvements. Develop schedules and expectations for perishable items within cells.
• Assist in the resolution of production problems by acting as a troubleshooter on all the existing processes at the assigned facility and/or department as need arises; supervisor will notify.
• Develop and maintain all supporting documents of activities in an organized manner for easy retrieval for review and consideration. Develop rates and expectations to materials and processes and communicate adjustments and/or changes.
• Develop and implement employee training on new processes and equipment with documentation to assure optimum operation and employee safety.

Education, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university in an Engineering or technical discipline; minimum of three to five years related experience, depending on level; or equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training.

License, Certification or Special Requirements:

None

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters 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 employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.  The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform 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 employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn including but not limited to: eyes, ear, foot and/or other protective devices as required.

About Us

American Trim is a local family owned and operated business with a 70 year history in the community. We proudly serve a diverse customer base in the appliance, automotive, trucking and aftermarket industries. American Trim has multiple manufacturing locations and is the industry leader in forming and decorating metal products, working to develop and market breakthrough ideas and product concepts that improve the aesthetics, performance and enjoyment of products that can be found in every business, household, and vehicle system.

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. American Trim does not anticipated providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status).