Cobalt TN Process Engineering Technician

Job Title: Process Engineer Technician

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Department Supervisor

FLSA Status: Hourly

Summary: The purpose of this position is to serve as a hands-on link between Process Engineering and Production. This position will assist in improving and documenting manufacturing processes while supporting operations in all areas of the manufacturing process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collect and document time study and other data by working directly with employees on the line
• Work with builders and engineering teams to gather all information on how to complete all tasks and take pictures to build step-by-step standard operating procedures (SOP)
• Create and maintain fiberglass splashes
• Build and repair carts, racks, and other fixtures made from metal, plastic, and/or other materials
• Assist in researching and developing new processes and procedures
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work in fast pace and high-volume manufacturing environment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, assignments, and deadlines
• Ability to be accurate and detail oriented
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

 Education and/or Experience:  

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) experience is preferred
• Welding experience is preferred

Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  Ability to write simple correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands: 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
a. Sits 3 hours
b. Stands 5 hours
c. Walks 2 hours
d. Drives 0 hours

Employee Lifts and/or Carries: type amount of weight in each area
Maximum: 50 (lbs) Frequently: 10 (lbs) Occasionally: 50 (lbs)

Employee uses Hands for repetitive activities:
a. Simple Grasping: Right, Occasional Left, Occasional
b. Pushing/Pulling: Right, Occasional Left, Occasional
c. Fine Manipulation: Right, Occasional Left, Occasional

Employee uses Feet for repetitive activities:
a. Right: None Left: None

Employee is required to perform these activities:
a. Bending At Waist: Occasional
b. Squatting: Occasional
c. Climbing Ladders, Stairs: Occasional
d. Kneeling On Ground: Occasional
e. Reaching Above Shoulder: Occasional

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job (i.e., heat/cold, dust/dampness, height; chemical; noise) PPE requirements are included. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.         Work around moving mechanical parts and equipment; vibration; and chemicals.
Typical 10-hour workdays, overtime may be required

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Teamwork: Must be willing to be part of a team and show this attribute daily through actions; contribute a positive team spirit. Support other team members and their success. Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Motivation:  Measures self against standard of excellence.

Quality: 

• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Use feedback to improve your performance.
• Monitors own work to ensure quality.

 Attendance/Punctuality:  Consistently be at work and on time.

 Dependability:  Takes responsibility for own actions.