Process Engineer-Automotive in Sterling Heights
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Job description
· Support manufacturing process engineering activity during new product launches or capacity expansions
· Create process and instruction sheets supporting quality methods and processes
· Deliver capable processes and tools for axle and differential assembly operations
· Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, cost, 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 inventory constraint root causes; engage in mapping and corrective actions to reduce assembly rejects
· Lead and present process optimizations to team and plant management
· Work cooperatively and supportively with a broad range of individuals with different levels of education and experience
· Lead role in resolving assembly 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 Assembly areas
· Identify throughput constraints and drive root cause improvements to achieve Rate of Climb targets
· Manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously with guidance on priority to meet established deadlines
Requirements
Good Manufacturing Practices, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Problem Solving, Process Engineering
SKILLS : Process Validation, Process Improvement, Manufacturing Processes, Lean Six Sigma, PPAP processes
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
· Education: High School Diploma
Experience: 5+ yrs. of related experience
· Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in ***+ (leadership) behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills
EXPERIENCE :
· Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering o Process engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
· Effective oral and written communication skills
· Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience
· 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem solving skills
· Lean Tools - 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping
· DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology experience
· TQM and Kaizen Methods o FMEA, PPAP, and DOEs experience
· Visual Factory Management
· Ergonomic analysis knowledge and experience
EDUCATION REQUIRED: High School Diploma / GED, Bachelor's Degree