Establish and develop the concept process, including estimated standard times and optimize headcount
Responsible for the process documentation and ensuring it is kept current like Manufacturing Instructions, Standard works documents, PFMEA, standard works, and Control Plans
Utilize SPC data and tools to characterize all equipment processes for operating limits, robustness, and action limits
Develop and enable data-driven operational decisions through predictive insights into tool and process performance, including the integration of factory data systems
Generate and execute business improvement ideas for cost reduction, labor savings, material flow, and safety
Develop and manage Poke Yoke setup and changes within Manufacturing Execution System (MES), line side visualization to improve productivity
Perform supporting activities for engineering and manufacturing including 5S and Lean manufacturing activities, material handling improvements, production line configuration, and safety procedures
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
Experience as a Mixing Process Engineer (mixing process development/improvement using proven industry techniques to measure mixed materials such as dispersion, transition temperatures, mix by energy, rheology testing using shear techniques, troubleshooting, data analysis)
Proven track record of large scale mixing improvements in powder or rubber industries
Conveyance of materials/powders experience along with transfer of materials improvement skills
Capable of identifying critical process parameters and applying statistics to process measurement and control
Proven understanding of BOMs, manufacturability, process design, process validation, assembly methods, design reviews, and cost reduction methodologies
Preferred Data collection and analysis experience in a high volume automated manufacturing environment
Experience with ergonomic process design, part variation control, and human factors effects on product