PROCESS IMPROVER I

Essential Functions:

• Train team members in Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), problem solving, CI techniques (Ex: 5S, TPM, SMED) and ensure regular audits for the maintenance of such procedures.
• Full participation in the New Model Introduction process by the development of new products or processes and systems.
• Contribute to research and development projects to meet future demands when necessary.
• Assist in the commissioning equipment and other systems to ensure that introduction into the production facility is efficient with minimal disruption.
• Coordinates testing of new materials before the introduction into the production facility.
• Set up systems, process capability measurement, and training team members in statistical process control (SPC), in order that internal/external customer needs are met.
• Guarantee that process standards correspond to the company’s objectives, costs, and supplies in order to meet the needs of the customer.
• Will own the containment and corrective action for all product CARs and serve as a “primary” contact for all customer-site ambassadors. This will also require travel to customer locations.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, i.e. Process Flow, PFMEA, Control Plan, and related Work Instructions or SOP.
• Provide actions to support site SIP (Safety Improvement Plan) as a part of the PRISM III Program.
• Evaluate Work-cell set up, Equipment, and Operating Procedure for ergonomic impacts and provide actions for ergonomic improvements.
• Works in compliance with all safety rules and regulations.
• Provide hands on implementation for workflow or process improvements.
• May be required to assist in training.
• Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Competencies:

• Customer Focused
• Safety & Quality Focus
• Passion for Excellence

Qualifications Required:

• Aptitude to achieve proficiency in all aspects of processing technology.
• Must be able to coach and instruct operators and process technicians.
• Knowledge of and ability to use customer and supplier prints, SPC, pressure gauges, and monitoring devices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate leadership ability and the ability to work within a team.
• Must be proficient in the use of business software such as Excel, Word, and MS-Outlook. Must have a demonstrated ability to apply inferential and deductive reasoning.
• Physical ability to sit, walk, stand, push, pull, carry, lift, squat, kneel and/or twist

Qualifications Desired:

• Ceramics Engineering Degree; Manufacturing Engineering Degree; Industrial Engineering Degree.
• Two years technical support experience in manufacturing
• Two years automotive manufacturing experience
• Automation Training/Experience (ABB, Fanuc Robotics)
• Six-Sigma Certification (Greenbelt or Black Belt)
• Training and experience in disciplined problem-solving techniques (Ex: 5-Why; 8-D; DMEAC)

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, company paid holidays, paid vacations, and education assistance.

NSG Group/Pilkington is an equal opportunity employer; M/F/D/V encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. Applicants have the option to confidentially self-identify or not self-identify when applying.