Senior Process Improvement Engineer

Description

The Company

JSI is a fast growth privately owned company operating 1 manufacturing facility in Massachusetts and 4 distribution, assembly, and modification locations in USA. JSI combines state of the art manufacturing with best-in-class service and delivery speed. We compete on customer intimacy and operational excellence. JSI sells kitchen cabinets through a network of Dealers and Distributors based on superior finish & product quality, fast delivery, and on fashion product.

We are looking for a Senior Process Improvement Engineer. The Process Improvement Engineer will be responsible for evaluating, implementing and improving processes across the organization to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure quality. They will work closely with various departments to identify inefficiencies, recommend and implement solutions, and monitor the effectiveness of these changes

Key Responsibilities

Product Failure and Quality Defect Analysis:

• Lead investigation and manage Product Complaints, Collaborate with Quality Control Team and Customer Support Team to get details on: Purchase Order Numbers (PO), Customer Numbers, Product Details, and Point of Failure reported as per' the team.
• Perform Root Cause Analysis, why analysis to find the point of failure in Manufacturing Process, lead and handle cross functional team meeting based on the outcomes of the investigations.
• Plan PDCA Cycle to mitigate the cause and control of the product.
• If the product quality is compromised because of raw material, get involved with the procurement team and plan with the supplier to mitigate the cause of the failure.
  
  

Process Improvement

• Support efforts to meet manufacturing planning schedule requirements by improving existing facilities layout, equipment/tool utilization, engineering processes/procedures, assembly methods, and material flow.
• Review and improve manufacturing standard operating procedures; maintain and audit system for long term viability; and work on new standards and define SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) in affected perimeter.
• Utilize Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other related CIP frameworks and Clickup to drive process improvement; participate in the development of new or improved products; and plan to reduce MUDA from the process.
• Identify and introduce new engineering concepts and available technologies leading to improving operation performance.
• Collaborate with Quality Control (QC), Production Scheduling, Estimating, Purchasing, Operations and Human Resources (HR) regarding all-important projects, which impact existing systems for which they are accountable.
• Perform Cost analysis (CA) on product from engineering perspective and develop plans on cost savings. Also perform analysis on inventory control and generate ideas to improve the Process.
• Identify other cost reductions and resource efficiency opportunities. Own the development of these ideas and monitoring of these for the site.
• Plan for Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to generate material flow for Assembly line to optimize the cost reduction in the department.
• Work with cross Functional team to Develop Production Management System (PMS), perform Analysis, propose request for the system to optimize the Process in Production.
• Entrepreneurial mindset: Seeing and creating opportunities through creative thinking, balancing innovation, and operational effectiveness, learning from failure, anticipating, and overcoming likely barriers and collaborating to create shared value.
• Perform Design Analysis and perform DFMEA for the product designs. Based on the results from analysis, propose engineering design changes in raw materials and work with supplier company's engineers and perform Engineering Change (ECN) to optimize the Production process and the quality of the product.
• Utilize 3D CAD Software like AutoCAD 3D, Inventor to design and draft products, utilize 3D Modelling and create Jigs that can be used for Production optimization and reduce human error from the process.
• Self-starter with the ability to create/standardize processes if one does not exist.
• Must have excellent attention to detail and ability to identify and escalate trends.
• Contribute towards achieving a safer work environment by incorporating ergonomic engineering concepts into recommended changes.
• Engage in project engineering and implementation for workflow automation and factory improvements.
  
  

Training & Reporting

• Develop and mentor Production team through training, informal coaching sessions, and the performance management process; builds and maintains employee morale while ensuring the team is appropriately trained on the required competencies; and fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Train Supervisors & Manager of Production on the new process introduced, and on changes of the existing process; generate Productivity Matrix for performance and identify bottle necks of the process; and validate the current process and its success rate.
• Attend various operational meetings to share information on goals, progress, and collect data or information impacting area of responsibility.
• Takes complete accountability and ownership of all the projects/tasks and demonstrates proven ability to work independently or under minimum supervision.
• Provide regular progress reports on status of projects, issues, and timetables for their completion.
• Demonstrated experience making decisions in a high volume fast paced environment.
• Perform other assignments as assigned by the Director.
• May serve on various committees or cross-functional teams to assist in solving problems outside day-to-day scope of job.
• Attend and Report during Daily Standup meetings.
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications

While formal education and certifications are valued, we prioritize practical experience and demonstrated abilities:

• Proven experience in manufacturing process improvement and engineering
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and Kaizen
• Experience with root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (AutoCAD 3D, Inventor or related)
• Understanding of DFMEA and value stream mapping
• Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams
• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills
• Experience in manufacturing environments with assembly line operations
  
  

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Accident Insurance
• AD&D insurance
• Cancer Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching