Process Engineer

Job Purpose

Dana Columbia is an axle assembly plant supporting Ford production. The Process Engineer provides high quality process engineering services, such as maintaining current awareness and understanding of the assembly process, and a working knowledge of product and machine environmental issues for the Engineering team.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned, as necessary.

• Control new programs using the APQP process (43T, 43U, Control Plan, Process FMEA, Line Layout, Timelines, APQP team leader, etc.)
• Coordinate with machine builders, outside venders, and services on new and existing programs and processes
• Work with quality and production on machine capabilities
• Work on process improvements to maximize product flow and quality
• Act as a first contact to foremen and assembly technicians in training and setup of new machinery and process
• Instruct and assist maintenance technicians in setting up new equipment and modifications to existing equipment
• Interact with the facility coordinator and MRO buyer in parts purchasing
• Develop and implement new machinery, tooling and processes while ensuring equipment is built to produce high-quality products, and provide technical support to existing assembly processes
• Enter and use information in the PLM computer program and other software used by the division
• Perform data analysis to determine root cause analysis (Excel, VBA, SQL, Power BI, etc)
• Utilize 2D and 3D CAD software for tooling design and modification
• Conduct process audits with management with respect to Safety, Environmental, Quality, Production, and Cost
• Partner with supervisors to drive improvements in production quality and yields
• Maintains safe, secure, and a healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations
  
  

Job Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from an accredited four-year college or university in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Training in Six Sigma & Lean Manufacturing preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of quality control standards and systems
• Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with people
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good reasoning ability is required to solve a wide range of business problems in dealing with complex machines and process problems
• Contributes to building a positive team spirit and displays a great attitude
• Be available to work overtime when needed to complete projects and support the assembly process
• Ability to communicate orally with vendors, management, and other co-workers, both individually and in front of a group is crucial.
• Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential