Position Overview:

Process engineer for metal products fabrication and assembly. Position requires the individual to support automated operations in the creation of the product. Must be self-starting and able to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Process control of robotic adhesive application, industrial cleaning systems, paint systems, material handling and weld processes.
• Evaluate and process Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) in PDM. Identify design impacts to manufacturing operations and take appropriate action.
• Programming of Fanuc robotics.
• Programming of PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers).
• Maintenance of process documentation. Establish process KPIs and set up control systems.
• Training of operations staff and include development of work instructions.
• Troubleshooting, direction of maintenance personnel and equipment suppliers during line stoppages.
• Fixture and assembly aid design and integration.
• Engage product engineering with design related issues and drive them to closure. Enforce good design for manufacturability principles.
• Develop and qualify new processes and tooling.
• Training of operations staff.
• Lead customer groups on tours of the factory.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or Associate's degree with experience in tooling design preferred.
• Familiarity with manufacturing methods with a strong emphasis on welding, finishing, and assembly of aluminum products.
• Robotics, PLC / HMI basic working knowledge, specifically with Allen Bradley.
• Solid works or comparable solid modeling program, PDM and MS Office.
• Ability to self-learn new processes and apply concepts rapidly.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate progress to management.
• Continuous Improvement experience.

Physical/Mental Requirements Needed to Perform the Essential Functions of the Position:

Normal standing, bending, walking or lifting ability associated with a manufacturing environment. Capable of working in an industrial manufacturing environment in proximity to sources of noise, weld flash, and metal dust. Must be capable of communicating verbally with individuals at all levels of the organization and have good critical reasoning, organization, and mechanical skills.