Coordinates efforts to design, develop, and validate manufacturing processes using tools such as Design of Experiments (DOE), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Statistical Process Control (SPC), and capability analysis.
Support and oversee technical development in assigned processes
Research, justify, plan, purchase and coordinate installation of processes and equipment
Coordinate efforts to plan, design, develop and validate manufacturing processes and improvements to existing process using engineering methods.
Support Production and maintenance operations
Improve Processes and Eliminate Waste in Key Constraint Areas
Improve Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Delivery in All Departments
Drive Measurable Continuous Improvement
Determine potential savings and calculate ROI for projects
Understand and apply Ergonomics requirements to eliminate work hazards and improve work safety
Communicate projects and progress to all levels of the company
Utilize data and analysis tools to measure and drive quality initiatives
Other duties as assigned
Professional Characteristics:
Accepts responsibility, holds himself/herself accountable for performance
Self-starter, who takes the initiative and possesses a strong work ethic
Creative problem solver, visionary, detail-oriented, solutions-focused
High aptitude in learning new technology, systems, processes
Strong written and oral communication skills
Team player throughout the organization
High level of integrity, sincerity, and honesty
Business-oriented, client-service mindset
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or 5+ Years in technical role
A minimum of 3+ years related work experience is required, 5 years of manufacturing experience preferred
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Demonstrated ability to be hands-on and ready to delve into projects to accomplish the company’s strategic goals
Experience working with process manufacturing
Capability of managing projects on time and within budget
Experience with CAD (Autocad and Solidworks), MS Office and Project
Experience with industrial automation preferred
Excellent communication, teamwork, and analytical skills
Ability to drive and lead change
All team members are expected to follow the Code of Conduct to the highest standards as well as to adhere to the Attendance Policy of VT Industries
Physical Requirements
Tolerance for sitting long periods of time. Possess finger dexterity to write, type, and use a calculator. Maintain adequate vision to view small print and computer terminal. Ability to speak and hear, walk throughout facilities with occasional moderate lifting (50 pounds), stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching with hands and arms required. Ability to travel between multiple facilities as required to perform core job duties. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Ability to climb up or down ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces. Ability to bend body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.