SUMMARY OF ROLE:

The

Process Engineerprovides analytical skills, technical project management, and process support for various Production Areas. The five areas of focus for this position are (1) Production Support, (2) Experimentation (DOE, Green/Black Belt projects), (3) Production equipment ramp-up after installation, (4) Operating specifications development and revision, and (5) Trial Support/Product and Process Development. The Technical Manager fulfills the responsibilities of this role when vacant.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As an at-will employer, Scholle IPN reserves the right to add to or modify this list to the extent it deems necessary.

Troubleshoot technical problems related to production using Failure Analysis and Root Cause Analysis using Six Sigma tools.

Apply SPC and DOE methods to data collection and analysis to improve quality, process performance and resolve manufacturing problems on the shop floor.

Contribute to cross-functional teams that enhance improvement initiatives, capital planning, project implementation, process improvement, and product development.

Initiate, direct, and support projects to implement innovative equipment, processes, and methods that enhance efficiency, improve safety, and increase profitability.

Interface daily with members of various departments, which may include other Production Value Streams, Internal and External Customers, Quality, Safety, Maintenance, Corporate Product Development and Human Resources.

Interface with Training and assist in defining training needs including development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for current and new equipment / processes.

Report on projects and activities in a timely and accurate manner.

Engage actively in meetings and planning activities with Production departments.

Responsible for compliance with all company and 3rd party regulatory policies, procedures, and programs including but not limited to Safety, SQF and STOP Programs.

Utilize LEAN tools and methodologies in daily business practices.

Analyze production and employee reports for opportunities to improve performance.

Responsible to participate as appropriate within LEAN and Six Sigma Projects.

Contact sister plants to stay current with new processes and equipment and interact with process engineers.

Offer technical support on completion of customer complaints including CAPAs.

Responsible to research, recommend, test and implement new or alternative equipment.

Responsible for overseeing food safety in support of SQF environment.

Contribute to an environment in which all team members are respected regardless of their individual differences and are motivated to improve both their individual and team contributions to achieve desired business results.

Conduct self and lead others consistent with Scholles core values.

Perform administrative duties as required.

Perform other tasks as assigned.

YOU BRING THESE SKILLS, EXPERIENCE and EDUCATION:

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree required in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline.

WORK

SKILLS and EXPERIENCE:

Three (3) to five (5) years experience in manufacturing industry preferred.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Experience with using Project Management software is preferred.

3-5 years of experience in Auto CAD, Minitab, solid works or related software is desired.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Must be able to move and/or lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Frequently standing, walking and sitting.

Frequently required the use of hands to finger, feel, reach or handle machinery.

Frequently bend, stoop and reach.

Visual Acuity (VA).The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

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