Manufacturing Process Engineer

Manufacturing Process EngineerThe Process Engineer is responsible for continuous improvement with close supervision from Operations Manager. Core focus includes: Lean value stream mapping/process support and implementation, process monitoring (by applying cost effective methods using Six Sigma), statistical process control, FMEA etc. - to drive improvements in safety, productivity, and quality. Provide full support within all manufacturing departments and organizations to serve as a technical expert. Needs to excel in the application of continuous improvement skills, driving improvement initiatives, using cross-functional teams, while maintaining positive employee relations, team-oriented, problem solving and accountability.Responsible for helping lead lean manufacturing efforts and can manage safety, productivity, and quality improvement projects to support rapid improvement. Responsible for the continuous improvement of process capability. Develop cross functional Kaizen teams to address organizational wide continuous improvement initiatives. Lead Kaizen events focused on efficiency improvements and cost reduction efforts, and reported progress to management. Follow-up Kaizen events and ensure proper metrics are installed to ensure sustainment of improvements. Provides solutions to manufacturing process problems utilizing lean principles. Modifying cell layouts utilizing lean value stream principles where feasible. Identifies and recommends improvements of accurate cell capacity and production rates. Understands and applies TPM (Preventative Maintenance) to equipment and facilities. Implement and maintain Visual Factory and 5 S systems on the production floor and in support areas. Identify wasteful activities and understand why they should be eliminated using Lean Six Sigma methodology Ensure repeatable product quality and on-time delivery to our customer base. Assist in the development and implementation of corrective action.Required Associates Diploma or equivalent work experience Minimum 3-5 years of operations experience in a manufacturing environment with increasing responsibilities. Minimum Six Sigma Certificate: Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt Demonstrate knowledge and experience with OSHA regulations, workplace safety programs, basic ergonomics ERP / MRP software Other duties as designed by management