What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contracts Process Engineer position at Guill Tool & Engineering?
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Contracts Process Engineer to join our team. This individual will be responsible for converting government contracts, including all associated drawings and specifications, into clear and actionable manufacturing process sheets and routings. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of both the technical and manufacturing aspects of contract execution, with the ability to collaborate across departments to ensure efficient and accurate translation of contract terms into the production process. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with production, operations, and government stakeholders in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Contract and Drawing Analysis: Analyze government contracts, technical drawings, and specifications to understand all requirements, ensuring they are effectively translated into manufacturing process sheets and routings.
- Process Routing Creation: Develop and maintain detailed manufacturing process routings, ensuring each step in the production process is clearly defined and aligned with the contractual requirements.
- Collaboration with Engineering and Operations: Work closely with production and operations teams to create detailed process flows, ensuring that all technical and production specifications are accurately captured and executed.
- Manufacturing Documentation: Create, modify, and review technical documentation (such as process sheets, work instructions, and manufacturing routings) to ensure that all necessary information is available for the production team.
- Government Certifications and Compliance: Ensure that process sheets and routings are compliant with all relevant government regulations and certifications (e.g., FAR, DFARS, ITAR), and ensure that the manufacturing process aligns with the contract terms.
- Contract Modifications and Revisions: Implement changes to process sheets and routings based on contract amendments or government requirements, ensuring that all updates are accurately reflected in manufacturing documents.
- Liaison with Government Agencies and Internal Teams: Serve as a key point of contact between internal teams and government representatives to clarify contract specifications, resolve discrepancies, and ensure alignment between contract terms and manufacturing processes.
- Quality Control and Auditing: Support quality control and audits by ensuring that all manufacturing documentation is up to date, accurate, and aligned with contract requirements.
- Proposal Support: Assist in the preparation of proposals for government contracts, ensuring that process sheets, routings, and other manufacturing documentation are properly prepared and aligned with proposed deliverables.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for improving the manufacturing process and increase efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality, ensuring that all processes align with contractual obligations and manufacturing capabilities.
Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Skills:
- Strong understanding of government contracting processes and regulations, particularly in relation to manufacturing requirements.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to translate complex contract requirements into clear, actionable manufacturing processes.
- Strong technical knowledge, including the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams, government representatives, and internal stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with a focus on meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality work.