Process Engineering Director directs and develops a team responsible for the optimization, design, and implementation of manufacturing processes, equipment, or plants. Drives continuous improvement in process design, cost savings, quality, and resource utilization. Being a Process Engineering Director leads engineering projects, incorporates newest technologies, resolves engineering problems, approves process designs. Requires a bachelor's degree of engineering. Additionally, Process Engineering Director typically reports to top management. The Process Engineering Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Process Engineering Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
About us:
Niterra is a leading manufacturer of ignition parts and sensor components for the automotive industry. We've built a reputation for quality and reliability with state-of-the-art facilities across the country. As a leader in product design and manufacturing, our team strives to bring the best technology to market.
Role overview:
The Process Engineering Specialist ensures efficient production by implementing process improvements, maintaining machinery, and adhering to safety and quality standards, utilizing skills in PLC programming, reporting, and 3D printing. They also contribute to cost savings and support a continuous improvement culture.
Benefits:
Adhere to all company policies and procedures which include IATF, ISO, ISMS, and Safety related policies
Function as an emergency First Responder per WVSM
Ability to read and program PLC based controls
Ability to implement assigned Kaizens (continuous improvements), machine modifications, or cost saving projects as found or assigned
Ability to use Microsoft Office to provide detailed reporting of cost savings, efficiency gains, etc., on completed projects
Provide primary maintenance support to production lines when needed
Perform appropriate level of maintenance on machinery/fabrication and verify results
Use a computerized maintenance management system to work on assigned work orders
Effective management of labor costs and productivity
Prompt and accurate communication to appropriate personnel as required
Assist in incoming spare parts inspection for verification of usability and dimensional accuracy
Assist in maintaining the 3D printers and the printing process as needed
Assist in maintaining/reworking of spare parts
Provide preventive and predictive maintenance support
Perform all work in accordance with quality, environmental and regulatory procedures and guidelines
High School Diploma or GED required.
Vocational/Technical certification preferred.
PLC training required; Basic knowledge of electrical repair is required;
Basic computer skills required;
MS Office experience required;
Problem identification and resolution
Excellent organization, planning, and administration
Multi-task
Effective communication
Mechanical/industrial
PLC literate
Microsoft Office
Highly tactful and diplomatic
Maintain confidentiality
Adapt to changing needs in fast paced office environment
Cope with stressful situations
Effective time management
Blueprint interpretation
Work indoors/outdoors
Train others as directed