Process Improvement Engineer

HARTING stands for strong connections – across the globe. As one of the leading international suppliers of industrial connectivity, we are connecting customers to their digital future. And as an employer? We connect around 6,000 people at our headquarter in Espelkamp and at locations worldwide. Here you’ll find great colleagues, as well as ever new opportunities and innovations revolving around IoT and artificial intelligence. In everything we do, we remain true to our roots: as a regionally connected family business that always stays firmly grounded in spite of our stellar high-tech. Here’s to your unique future with us: Yours!

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We are seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to join our growing Production Development department at our Elgin, IL facility.

In this role you will design and develop production plans and processes, identify areas of process improvement throughout the organization, and provide process support for internal customers. To do so, you will work closely with our Global Process Management team and a team of process management “moderators” throughout the Americas’ Headquarters here in Elgin, IL. If you are passionate about cultivating a culture of continuous improvement and creating a lean production system, this is the opportunity for you!

HARTING aims to be a trusted advisor to HARTING customers and positions itself as the go-to source expert for industrial connectivity solutions. We partner directly with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Distribution partners for standard product, designed-in value-added products, and Product Development initiatives.

To succeed in this role, you will be highly driven to:

• Monitor process improvement data including flow, efficiency and layout
• Implement the HARlis (HARTING Learning & Improvement System) strategy and achieve the HARlis KPIs targets
• Identify best practice solutions inside and outside of the group, derive improvement potentials for HARlis and create implementation strategies with the local management as well as progress tracking during implementation
• Actively plan (derived from the global strategy) and perform optimization workshops and projects applying HARlis standards/templates
• Coordinate and organize projects in relation to process management and create a supportive environment for an active knowledge development and transfer for HARlis.
• Communicate goals and strategy company-wide
• Conduct studies to improve equipment efficiency regarding quality, availability and throughput
• Provide process support and training to production
  
  

Skills And Experience To Thrive In This Role

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, industrial or mechanical engineering field
• 3 years of related work experience in electrical or mechanical engineering field
• 3 years of related work experience in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of engineering practices/procedures regarding electronic components
• Follow standard practices/procedures to develop solutions for simple engineering issues
• Basic level failure analysis and troubleshooting skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Work independently and in a team environment
• Moderate level computer skills including Microsoft Office and CAD
• Working knowledge of manufacturing principles including Six Sigma and/or Kaizen or Lean Manufacturing
• Good conflict resolution
• Prioritize and multitask
  
  

HARTING Americas is a subsidiary of HARTING Technology Group, a German-based global leader in industrial connectivity solutions. We develop, manufacture, and sell the world's most durable and reliable products and solutions for use in Machinery & Robotics, Automation Devices, Rail & Transportation, Intralogistics & Conveyor Systems, Energy, and Datacenter market segments.

As a third generation, family-owned company, with over 75 years of history, we continue to create value and shape the future with technologies for people. You will discover that we work hard – to fulfill our personal, company, and customer goals, and in our commitment to our community with our holiday drives and our paid VTO (Voluntary Time Off). You will also discover that we like to have fun – like when we celebrate the holidays, host theme days and sweater parties, prost to Oktoberfest, and much more!

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HARTING USA offers an attractive total compensation package and employee benefits, including:

Compensation

• HARTING's Total Compensation Structure includes a Base Salary and Bonus Percentage.
• Competitive base salary: $70,000-$90,000 (commensurate with experience, subject to change dependent on physical location).
• This role is eligible for a 5% discretionary annual bonus.
  
  

Benefits

• 21 days PTO (Paid Time Off) to start – quickly earn more PTO as you stick with us (36 days max).
• Medical, dental, and vision Insurance – several Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options to choose from.
• Company-sponsored life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability – at no cost to employee.
• Paid parental leave, tuition and fitness reimbursement, and a hybrid working policy.
• 401(k) with a 4% dollar-for-dollar match – fully vested upon eligibility!
  
  

Benefits: Be a key player (US), Competitive compensation (US), Continuing Education Tuition Reimbursement (US), Give back (US), Have fun (US), Lead a Healthy Life (US), Onsite Café (US), Take time off (US)