What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Engineer position at IK Hofmann?
PROCESS ENGINEER
SUMMARY:
Develops and improves manufacturing processes by studying product and manufacturing methods
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Dealing with Complexity, Informing Others, Leadership, Supervision, Manufacturing Methods and Procedures, Manufacturing Quality, Process Development, Presenting Technical Information
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
- Coordinate special engineering requirements within manufacturing
- Evaluates and develop manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators.
- Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
- Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.
- Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.
- Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
- Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
- Keeps equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer’s instructions and established procedures; requesting special service.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
- CAD software (Autodesk)
- Statistical analysis software
- Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
- Knowledge of Lean Practices and tools
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, systems engineering, industrial Engineering or mechanical engineering.
- Continuously seeks and utilizes Lean Manufacturing principles
- Experience in a fabrication, assembly, or other manufacturing operation
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMAND
- Working on the production floor in an uncontrolled climate manufacturing plant 60% of the time.
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