WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
The Senior Process Engineer of Seats Production is responsible for analyzing, designing, and improving manufacturing processes to maximize efficiency, quality, safety, and cost performance. This role applies industrial engineering principles to optimize labor, material flow, equipment utilization, and production systems while supporting new product launches, capacity expansion, and continuous improvement initiatives. Works closely with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and automation teams to drive data-based decisions and deliver sustainable operational improvements.
| WHAT YOU GET TO DO:
Process Design & Optimization
Develop and improve manufacturing processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Conduct time studies, work measurement, and line balancing.
Implement lean manufacturing principles (Kaizen, 5S, SMED).
Layout & Material Flow
Design plant layouts, workstation ergonomics, and material flow.
Optimize logistics within the plant (kanban systems, material handling).
Ensure space utilization and smooth workflow.
Capacity Planning & Resource Management
Analyze production capacity, time study, and forecast requirements.
Plan Client, machines, and tooling for new and existing programs.
Support capital investment decisions for equipment.
Cost Analysis & Continuous Improvement
Perform cost analysis for processes and suggest improvements.
Drive continuous improvement projects to reduce waste and increase productivity.
Monitor KPIs like cycle time, OEE, and scrap rates.
Quality & Safety Integration
Ensure processes comply with quality standards.
Integrate ergonomics and safety into process design.
Support root cause analysis for process-related defects.
New Program Support
Participate in DFM/A (Design for Manufacturing/Assembly) reviews.
Support launch readiness by validating process capability.
Prepare Process FMEA, work instructions and standard operating procedures.
| WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM:
Education & Experience
12+ years related automotive manufacturing experience with Bachelor's degree, 8 years with Master's degree, 5 years with PhD or equivalent experience
Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and ERP systems.
Automotive OEM experience preferred.
Experience with Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing.
Skills
Proven leadership skills and ability to manage cross-functional teams.
Strong knowledge of trim line processes and automotive interior components.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production planning software
Working Conditions
Manufacturing plant environment
Exposure to moving machinery and industrial noise
May require shift work (days, nights, weekends)
Kyyba group of companies are privately held and specialize in staff augmentation, application software and project solutions. In operation for more than 15 years, we have earned an enviable track record and reputation within all the industries we serve. Our unique processes and maturity enables us to understand the needs of the business organizations and provide business solutions that match the real and compelling needs of our customers.
Headquartered in Michigan, Kyyba has multiple office locations and we serve local, regional and national client base consisting of Fortune 500 and middle market companies. Kyyba extends the above solutions and services to a broad spectrum of industry verticals ranging from automotive, insurance, technology, financial, transportation, government and so on.