Process Engineer
About the role
NATURE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION POSITION SUMMARY
The Process, Engineer is responsible for designing and optimizing process and assembly activities to ensure efficiency, safety, and cost effectiveness. This role involves identifying improvements opportunities, validating processes for accuracy and performance, and supporting the continuous improvement of products and operations. The Process, Engineer also develops a strong understanding of internal processes, equipment, supply base, and key personnel to enhance overall quality and performance. REPORTING The incumbent of this position reports directly to the Maintenance, Superintendent. RESPONSIBILITIES
Leading process failure modes and effects analysis (PFMEA / Control Plan) creation and updates (with supplier participation). Creation of assembly/process flow charts or supervision of supplier assembly flow charts creation for manufacturing or rework activities. Creation of work instructions or supervision of supplier work instruction creation for manufacturing or rework activities. Creation of control plans or supervision of supplier control plan creation for manufacturing or rework activities. Ensuring that all assembly processes operate within lean manufacturing principles (Value Stream Mapping, Five S, Kanban, and poka-yoke). Identification of manufacturing process improvements to existing process at CM and tiered supplier base to include a cost benefit analysis to allow senior evaluation and approval. Supporting our quality department in the qualification and selection of new suppliers by inputting a thorough evaluation of the suppliers' manufacturing capabilities. Input of manufacturing (tooling, assembly and manufacturing test equipment) estimates to quotations to our potential customers. Conduct work flow analysis and make recommendations for improvement in material handling and shop layout. Establish and maintain work standards for product costing and productivity measurement. Create engineering change notices (ECN) as related to manufacturing process improvements. Perform any other related tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
Engineering degree (Mechanical or equivalent). Minimum 5 years of experience in process engineering within a high-volume manufacturing environment. Experience leading projects from launch through production. Expertise in PFMEA and lean manufacturing techniques. Experience in product development from design to manufacturing launch (DFM/A). Knowledge of TS16949 and ISO9000 standards. Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and Process Flow.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Strong problem-solving skills in complex situations. Strong analytical skills for process improvement. Strong focus on quality and consistency. Strong planning and organizational skills. Strong decision-making and judgment skills.