What are the responsibilities and job description for the Live Oak - Process Improvement Engineer position at Milliken & Company?
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Job Title: Process Improvement Engineer
Job Summary
This position is located at the Milliken Live Oak Plant located in LaGrange, GA and reports to the Process Improvement Manager. The position is responsible for leading continuous improvement efforts at the site. It plays a key role in the development and implementation of manufacturing process improvements that drive new performance levels, improve quality, consistency and cost.
Key Responsibilities
Job Title: Process Improvement Engineer
Job Summary
This position is located at the Milliken Live Oak Plant located in LaGrange, GA and reports to the Process Improvement Manager. The position is responsible for leading continuous improvement efforts at the site. It plays a key role in the development and implementation of manufacturing process improvements that drive new performance levels, improve quality, consistency and cost.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop a thorough understanding of all factors and conditions that impact the processes and products, including environmental impacts
- Use sound project management skills to manage multiple improvement projects
- Analyze problems and implement solutions using critical thinking skills and focused improvement methods
- Incorporate creative thinking into the problem solving approach to identify unique and different ways to make things better/more consistent/faster/cheaper/efficient
- Prepare diagrams, charts, tables to reflect findings and support recommendations
- Work closely with the Product Development area to create new samples and products
- Communicate and work effectively with a diverse group of associates to accomplish project and location goals
- Participate fully in the Safety Process
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical engineering
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- 3-5 years manufacturing experience
- Previous manufacturing experience (intern, co-op, or fulltime)
- Communication skills – verbal, written, and group presentations
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment
- Analytical/problem-solving skills
- Leadership skills