Process Engineer

Job Description

Process Engineer

Sterling Heights, MI (Onsite)

Shift - 6.30AM -3PM EST

• Support Manufacturing Process Engineering activity for Axle Carrier Machining
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity
• Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products
• Lead development of interim and permanent corrective actions to resolve quality issues using 8D methodology and structured problem-solving tools.
• Lead and conduct process audits to ensure process discipline is consistent with Powertrain Operations guidelines
• Conduct job ergonomic evaluations and deliver corrective actions as required
• Analyze carrier inventory root causes; engage in mapping and corrective actions to reduce carrier rejects
• Create process and instruction sheets supporting quality methods and processes
• Deliver capable processes and tools for Carrier Machining operations
• Lead role in resolving machining related concerns. Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices
• Ensure compliance to Plant, Corporate, Governmental and Environmental standards
• Support ISO 14001 compliance and support internal ISO auditing and compliance as required
• Support continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity in the Carrier Machining Area
• Identify throughput constraints and drive root cause improvements to achieve Rate of Climb targets

Skills Required :

Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Problem Solving, Good Manufacturing Practices

Skills Preferred :

Process Validation, Process Improvement, PPAP processes, Manufacturing Processes, Lean Six Sigma, Machining, Tooling

Experience Required :

Education : High School Diploma Experience : 5+ yrs of related experience Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills

Experience Preferred :

Education : Bachelor’s degree in engineering o Machining or tooling experience in a manufacturing environment o Effective oral and written communication skills o Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience o 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem solving skills o Lean Tools – 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping o DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology experience o TQM and Kaizen Methods o FMEA, PPAP, and DOEs experience o Visual Factory Management o Ergonomic analysis knowledge and experience

Education Required :

High School Diploma / GED

Education Preferred :

Bachelor's Degree