What are the responsibilities and job description for the Textile Process Improvement Manager position at SP Associates, Inc.?
Job Description
The Process Engineer at SP Associates, Inc. will be responsible for developing and implementing process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs. This individual will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and improve manufacturing processes.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced Process Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of best-in-class manufacturing methods and processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and improve manufacturing processes.
- Conduct plant evaluations of new equipment to determine performance levels in quality, safety, maintenance, and cost.
- Develop and maintain process control and product testing procedures for work-in-process.
- Research and develop new manufacturing processes and chemistry.
- Analyze existing processes and workflows.
- Identify areas for improvement.
- Implement new procedures.
- Develop standard operating procedures.
- Conduct process audits.
- Establish safety procedures.
- Track metrics to monitor upgrades.
- Assemble reports to document process status and changes.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a minimum of 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment specializing in Dyeing and Finishing or Chemical Manufacturing.
- In-depth knowledge of textiles, textile engineering, and various manufacturing processes used in the textile industry.
- Ability to understand color fundamentals and pigment formulation to match colors.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills, including statistical analysis.
- Organized, methodical, and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work to an established timeline.
- Experience with manufacturing methods, practices, test processes, and cost-reduction techniques.
- Project management and analysis experience, including statistical modeling and sampling.
- Maintain records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.
- Build, review, and approve Manufacturing Operations Sheets (MOS) to ensure quality and manufacturability of products.
- Good interpersonal communication skills within the team and production associates.
- Able to lift 50 lbs. of chemicals or production material.
