What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Improvement Engineer position at Tenneco?
Tenneco is a leader in the automotive systems market, and we are seeking a talented Manufacturing Engineer (Injection Mold) to join our Athens team.
About the Position
This position involves optimizing manufacturing processes and products using engineering principles and analytical techniques.
- Responsibilities include investigating and solving problems related to tooling, equipment, and processes.
- You will analyze and plan workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow, designing layouts of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
- The ideal candidate will have experience with developing, recommending, and implementing changes that improve manufacturing processes and product quality.
- You will assist the Process Line Manager in planning for capital investments and expenses, evaluating new product feasibility, and making recommendations relative to manufacturing feasibility.
- FOLLOWING UP ON CUSTOMER SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS (CSR) AND TRAINING DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL IN SAFETY, SETUP, OPERATIONS, AND TROUBLESHOOTING OF EXISTING AND NEW EQUIPMENT ARE ALSO KEY RESPONSIBILITIES.
- ESTIMATING PRODUCTION RATES, SETUP, AND TOOLING COSTS FOR INQUIRY AND NEW PART SETUP MAY ALSO BE REQUIRED.
- MASTERY OF A SKILL SET SUCH AS PLC PROGRAMMING, WELDING, AUTOMATION, VISION SYSTEM, ETC., IS DESIRABLE.
- COMPLIANCE WITH THE PLANT'S SAFETY POLICY, REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS, AND OPERATIONAL CONTROLS ESTABLISHED IS EXPECTED.
- ENSURING CUSTOMER REQUIREMENTS ARE MET IS A TOP PRIORITY.
- HAZARDOUS WASTE HANDLING AND STORAGE MUST BE DONE IN A COMPLIANT MANNER WITH FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL REGULATIONS.
Qualifications and Benefits
To succeed in this role, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
A Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field is required, or 5 or more years of relevant experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CQI-30 Mix and Molding – Assessor requires possession of rubber mixing and molding process knowledge. Evidence includes a minimum of 5 years of applied industry experience or a combination of formal engineering education and molding experience totaling a minimum of 5 years.
Work Environment and Culture
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
