Production Engineer

The Production Engineer will be responsible for and execute all aspects operations (manufacturing, process, systems, quality, accounting, etc.) for their assigned unit plant. This position will be accountable (with the Production Coordinator) for establishing and implementing plans and cost targets and for meeting overall business unit objectives.

Roles & Responsibilities:

·      Ensuring safe operations by identifying and resolving unsafe acts and conditions within the unit.

·      Support running EPO’s to qualify the new products.

·      Resolving operational difficulties and providing technical problem solving capability to eliminate production of nonconforming materials.

·      Debottlenecking production to increase run rates and achieve targeted production costs.

·      Developing and implementing capital projects (as assigned) to support improvements

·      Managing the rework process for non-conforming, aged (slow moving) and/or obsolete materials.

·      Drafting/reviewing new unit MI’s to provide clear and concise instructions for the safe operation of the new equipment.

·      Tracking and communicating key unit performance measurements including yields, costs, reliability, production and quality metrics.

·      Supporting ISO, RCMS and VPP requirements in the unit and becoming certified as internal auditor.

·      Working with maintenance supervisor to support elimination of reoccurring equipment problems.

·      Designing and documenting screw profiles to provide optimal product run rates and physical properties.

·      Participating in setting up workflows to facilitate production at higher rates.

·      Supporting development and deployment of unit strategic vision.

·      Serving as subject matter expert for at-line training to reinforce good manufacturing practices.

·      Streamlining work processes to optimize utilization of operations resources.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

·      BS ME, IE, Chem E

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

·      Analytical thinking and demonstrated proficiency using statistical analyses/techniques

·      Teamwork

·      Achievement motivation

·      Demonstrated problem solving skills

·      Oral & written communication skills

·      Planning & organizing ability