The Manufacturing Process Engineer I collects production data and applies standard scientific and statistical methods to analyze, document, and diagram production processes. Develops and optimizes continuous production and manufacturing processes to achieve the output, quality, and cost goals of the organization. Being a Manufacturing Process Engineer I recommends changes or upgrades to equipment, work methods, or other aspects of the process to improve efficiency and utilization of resources including labor, energy and raw materials. Identifies process bottlenecks and devises solutions to resolve. In addition, Manufacturing Process Engineer I requires a bachelor’s degree of engineering. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a Manufacturing Process Engineer I works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. Working as a Manufacturing Process Engineer I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience.
Manufacturing Process Engineer Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Manufacturing Process Engineer to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds, on occasion;
- Experience prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, reaching above shoulders and stretching;
- Use hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment;
- Must have a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent and 1 year of experience;
- Manage resolution of major equipment breakdowns and quality issues in the suites;
- Support the process training for production employees.Provide departments with process input for new and redesigned products;
- Responsible for accuracy of product routing and times;
- Makes formal recommendations with ROI on equipment changes and upgrades;
- Work with facilities personnel and equipment suppliers to develop appropriate preventative maintenance programs for new and existing equipment;
- Create a design of experiments for manufacturing process changes;
- Develop and optimize new manufacturing processes, equipment and fixtures;
- Observes processes and develops innovative solutions to solve problems;
- Assists in the development and utilization of key reliability metrics to measure performance;
- Perform with vendors and internal as well as external customers to prepare processes conforming to product parameters;
- Resolve and execute manufacturing process solutions.
Requirements:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering;
- Experience and training with SPC, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, MRP, DOE, FMEA, Fishbone, 5WHY’s, Problem solving, & value stream mapping;
- Significant experience in the design and operation of Biopharmaceutical facilities, both manufacturing and support systems;
- Must be able to hold Lean KAIZAN event and demonstrate results. Prepare and independently run successful DOE’s;
- Experience in biotech or other regulated industry;
- Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering discipline. Chemical Engineering preferred;
- Significant experience with fluid processing (pumps, valves, piping systems, tanks and transfers);
- Work with quality assurance, production, purchasing, and sales/manufacturing personnel to maintain product quality and sales objectives;
- Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering is required;
- Train production personnel when applicable;
- Follow standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data;
- Provide technical supports for manufacturing of solid state components including die/substrate-attachment, wire-bonding or similar processes;
- Knowledge of FMEA, Control plan, and PPAP desired;
- Knowledge of process safety and chemical processes design in a batch operation desired;
- 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment is required.