Process Engineer

Position: Process Engineer Department: Elastomers Functional Area: Engineering Classification: Non-Exempt Exempt Reporting Structure: Team Leader Industrial Engineer Educational Background Required: Bachelor’s degree, B.S. preferred. 3-5 years of hands-on Automotive Manufacturing; minimum of 2 years manufacturing process development Knowledge of Plastic Manufacturing Processes Preferred Skills and Training Automotive industry knowledge Basic Controls/Electrical Knowledge Basic Robotic/Mechatronic Knowledge Basic Mechanical Knowledge Basic Hydraulic / Pneumatic Knowledge Basic Forming and Assembly Process Knowledge Essential Functions Required for Job Create and improve Compression-molding machinery and processes. Work with research and development to create new manufacturing processes as needed. Analyze manufacturing data and suggest improvements. Analyze production and machinery KPIs. Ensure quality output of molded components. Interact with customers, suppliers, and internal resources. Establish the parameters for an optimal molding environment. Design and build necessary components/fixtures as needed to improve production process. Analyze quality control and correct flaws. Create new reports/deviations and yearly verifications. Create and maintain pFMEA documents. Utilize problem solving tools such as A3, 5 Why’s.etc. Create and maintain Work and Set up Instruction for new and existing processes Work with surrounding departments to complete projects on time and under budget Identify and generate solutions for safety incidents as they arise Other duties as assigned Interaction Required: Within the company and Externally All Internal Departments Workplace and Equipment: Office workplace, PC, telephone, SAP, MS-Office, VPN, laptop, SolidWorks, 3D Printer, SRM System Physical Requirements: Sitting Standing Lifting Repeated Hand Motion Environmental: Uncontrolled temperatures: (heat/cold) production area Controlled temperatures: Offices / Labs Exposure to Noise, Dust, Oil/Solvent Fumes, Fiber Glass Other: Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.