Process Engineer

General Summary

The Process Engineer is responsible for generating productivity increases, enhancing product quality and reducing costs through process/layout improvements, machinery specifications and development of new technologies.

Works under general direction of the Engineering Manager; exercises discretion and judgment on work priority on a regular basis; and high degree of creativity is expected.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Primary objectives are productivity improvement, process efficiency, cost reduction, and high quality.

• Develops operating profiles which maximize output, product quality, and minimize scrap and ensure their use throughout the plant.

• Analyzes data and develops processes and methods to improve efficiency and quality.

• Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of sensors and equipment for possible operation applications and assists in machinery and equipment specification.

• Generates standard operating procedures and relevant process documentation.

• Works with integrators and vendors on SCADA, MES systems, PLC controls and machinery to enhance productivity.

• Assist and train process technicians and operators on working knowledge of the process.

• Manages all aspects of the development and implementation of production projects.

• Prepares and/or revises the plant layout as required.

• Participates in the Safety Committee and ensures that the operation is consistent with Company and OSHA policies, practices, and procedures.

• Works with the Quality Control department to ensure compliance with code reports.

• Prepares various reports as required.

• Performs other duties as required.

Job Specifications

Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering related discipline or equivalent.

• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing is required; experience with profile extrusion is preferred.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel and Word.

• Understanding of SCADA, MES systems and PLC controls.

• Working knowledge of CAD software.

• Working knowledge of manufacturing operations.

Skills and abilities

• Proficiency in the use of the English language in reading, writing, and speaking.

• Demonstrated skill in improving processes and develop efficiencies in manufacturing processes.

• Ability to successfully interact with all organizational levels and the public.

• Ability to apply business math to manufacturing processes.

• Ability to use a computer, and proficiency of the use of MS Office and other business and engineering software.

• Ability to manage several activities/projects at once, to organize and prioritize work, to meet deadlines, to prepare plans, goals, and budgets.

• Demonstrated ability to be mobile in the work environment.

• Ability to pass a drug test. Conduct

• Self-managing; works well under little supervision.

• Highly motivated and enthusiastic.

• Good interpersonal skills and good communicator.

• Process oriented.

• Eagerness to learn.

• Be a team player and support the Company’s goals.

• Conducts in a professional manner.