Sr. Process Engineer

Purpose of the Position:
•    Prioritize process and business needs and align Division Engineering activities and resources to deliver the business needs.
•    Lead and support continuous process improvement activities, problem-solving sessions, new product or process receivership, cost reduction projects, and equipment installs and debug.
•    Lead discussion on mechanistic understanding of complex engineering challenges and provide guidance on the application of Engineering First Principles.
•    Cooperate and corroborate with other plants within the division for Best Practices and synergy opportunities.
•    Improve existing manufacturing processes, equipment, and capabilities working with members from cross-functional teams.
•    Solve process issues through data analysis, experimentation, and collaboration with subject matter experts. 

Day to Day Responsibilities:
•    Provide engineering-level production support to manufacturing operation and actively engage in plant safety initiatives and projects.
•    Solve process issues through data analysis, experimentation, and collaboration with subject matter experts. 
•    Provide engineering expertise for fundamental understanding of manufacturing issues. 
•    Lead and/or provide support for projects involving cost reduction, process optimization, and new products. 
•    Develop and maintain systems to monitor and proactively address equipment/process performance, including trend analysis and implementation plans.
•    Receive and integrate new technologies to improve process capability while ensuring proper processes are followed during transfer. 

Travel Requirements:

• Up to 25% to various manufacturing sites in the division.

Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time:

• 8-10 hours/day; 40-50 hours/week.  

Required Education: 

• BS or MS in the following Engineering Disciplines: Mechanical, Aeronautical, Materials, Chemical, Electrical, or Polymer Engineering. 

Required Years and Area of Experience:

• 5+ years' experience in Manufacturing Environment. 

Required Skills:
•    Ability to multitask and prioritize work on an independent basis in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 
•    Ability to work effectively on all levels of an organization.
•    Use scientific method and engineering principles to solve problems thoroughly and effectively, using well-designed and executed processes. 
•    Strong data analysis and statistical skills.  Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Minitab, or equivalent.
•    Determine and recommend best solution from a series of alternatives within plant and safety guidelines. 
•    Strong communication and presentation skills. 
•    Ability to lead a team of engineers to achieve business goals.

Desired Skills:
•    Six Sigma Greenbelt or Blackbelt certification. 
•    Knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting. 
•    Project management experience.

Soft Skills:
•    Work well both within a multi-disciplined team, and independently with minimal oversight. 
•    Strong written and verbal communication skills 
•    Personal initiative and commitment 
•    Organized with good planning and time management skills 
•    Positive attitude, flexible and good work ethic
•    Diplomatic with conflict resolution capabilities