What are the responsibilities and job description for the MBG Process Engineer position at MBI - Malibu Boats, Inc?
Position Summary
The Process Engineer is a hands-on manufacturing professional responsible for optimizing processes, equipment, and workflows throughout boat production. Working closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams, this role leads continuous improvement initiatives, capital projects, and problem-solving efforts that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. The position plays a critical role in advancing manufacturing efficiency, supporting growth initiatives, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Evaluate and revise processes to generate cost savings and improve safety, equipment reliability, product quality and throughput efficiency
- Design, evaluate and improve process flow throughout manufacturing
- Research, develop and implement new processes, equipment, and procedures for manufacturing
- Develop, justify, and implement capital expenditure projects from concept to completion
- Document and update work instructions, standard operating procedures, and time observations of production processes
- Lead and mentor production supervisors and employees in resolving quality issues and executing continuous improvement initiatives
- Lead and participate in Continuous Improvement Events (Kaizen Events)
- Participate in quality audits and production startup meetings
- Participate in design reviews to improve product manufacturability
- Analyze production data, standard hours, labor variance, rework, quality defects, and throughput performance to identify and prioritize improvement opportunities
- Other duties may be assigned
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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience: 4-year degree in manufacturing, mechanical, or industrial engineering; 5 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, or technical procedures. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers. Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform calculations involving percentages, ratios, proportions, and basic statistical methods. Ability to analyze manufacturing, quality, and production data to identify trends, evaluate process performance, and support continuous improvement efforts. Ability to apply concepts of algebra and geometry to practical manufacturing applications.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret technical information, engineering drawings, specifications, and process documentation to solve manufacturing challenges and improve operational performance. Demonstrated ability to evaluate alternatives, make sound decisions, and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Other Qualifications: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with strong analytical and project management skills. Experience with Smartsheet, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Rhino, Bambu Studio, and Mastercam preferred. Proven ability to lead Kaizen events, facilitate cross-functional teams, and implement continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.
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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Continuous/C = 67-100%, Frequent/F = 33-66%, Occasional/O = 33%, None/N
- Sits 3-6 hours
- Stands 4-6 hours
- Walks 3 hours
- Drives 0 hours
Employee Lifts and/or Carries:
Maximum: 40–50 lbs. (with assistance when required) Frequently: 10 lbs. Occasionally: 25 lbs.
Employee uses Hands for repetitive activities:
- Simple Grasping: Right- Constant Left- Constant
- Pushing/Pulling: Right- Frequent Left- Frequent
- Fine Manipulation: Right- Occasional Left- Occasional
Employee uses Feet for repetitive activities:
- Right: Occasional Left: Occasional
Employee is required to perform these activities:
- Bending at Waist: Frequent
- Squatting: Frequent
- Climbing Ladders, Stairs: Frequent
- Kneeling on Ground: Frequent
- 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PPE: Safety glasses always required on Production floor. As required by task: hard hat, cut-resistant gloves, respiratory protection, other PPE as required.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Teamwork: 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; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time.
Dependability: Takes responsibility for own actions.
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