Process Engineer 1

Objective of job:

• Optimization of productivity and quality for production processes installed in the plant. 

Principal Activities:

• Increase efficiency and reduce cycle times of production process within area of responsibility by optimizing process parameters or equipment
• Eliminate manufacturing waste through process optimization. (time, scrap, effort, etc.)
• Maintain machine and process capability for production processes within area of responsibility
• Assist production and maintenance in isolating complex manufacturing issues within area of responsibility, material, or machine functionality related
• Maintain and update production documentation (Process Data Sheets, Work Instructions, P-FMEA, Re-Release Sheets, etc.) as required by IATF 16949 within area of responsibility
• Establish reference and boundary samples in cooperation with Product Development, Process Development and Quality for production processes within area of responsibility
• Support Equipment Planner in defining process-specific input (acceptance criteria, quality requirement, etc.) for Requirement Manuals for new production equipment
• Review engineering change requests (ECR) and give feedback for implementation cost
• Investigate new technologies to enable Draexlmaier to stay competitive in Automotive Manufacturing
• Define and manage various plant level improvment projects related to the area of responsibility
• Other duties as assigned by management to ensure optimal plant performance
• Some travel is required

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
• 1 to 2 years of knowledge with JIT Principles.
• 1 to 2 years of Automated Manufacturing, Plastic Processing, Continuous Improvement experience. 
• 2 years of Analytical Troubleshooting is desired.
• Experienced with 2D and 3D Modeling Software, Industrial Automation and Controls. 
• Good technical knowledge with Lean Manufacturing.