What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Engineer position at UFP Industries?
General Summary
The Process Engineer is responsible for generating productivity increases, enhancing product quality and reducing costs through process/layout improvements, machinery specifications and development of new technologies.
Works under general direction of the Engineering Manager; exercises discretion and judgment on work priority on a regular basis; and high degree of creativity is expected.
Principal Duties And Responsibilities
Knowledge
The Process Engineer is responsible for generating productivity increases, enhancing product quality and reducing costs through process/layout improvements, machinery specifications and development of new technologies.
Works under general direction of the Engineering Manager; exercises discretion and judgment on work priority on a regular basis; and high degree of creativity is expected.
Principal Duties And Responsibilities
- Primary objectives are productivity improvement, process efficiency, cost reduction, and high quality.
- Develops operating profiles which maximize output, product quality, and minimize scrap and ensure their use throughout the plant.
- Analyzes data and develops processes and methods to improve efficiency and quality.
- Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of sensors and equipment for possible operation applications and assists in machinery and equipment specification.
- Generates standard operating procedures and relevant process documentation.
- Works with integrators and vendors on SCADA, MES systems, PLC controls and machinery to enhance productivity.
- Assist and train process technicians and operators on working knowledge of the process.
- Manages all aspects of the development and implementation of production projects.
- Prepares and/or revises the plant layout as required.
- Participates in the Safety Committee and ensures that the operation is consistent with Company and OSHA policies, practices, and procedures.
- Works with the Quality Control department to ensure compliance with code reports.
- Prepares various reports as required.
- Performs other duties as required.
Knowledge
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering related discipline or equivalent.
- Minimum 3 years of manufacturing is required; experience with profile extrusion is preferred.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel and Word.
- Understanding of SCADA, MES systems and PLC controls.
- Working knowledge of CAD software.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing operations.
- Proficiency in the use of the English language in reading, writing, and speaking.
- Demonstrated skill in improving processes and develop efficiencies in manufacturing processes.
- Ability to successfully interact with all organizational levels and the public.
- Ability to apply business math to manufacturing processes.
- Ability to use a computer, and proficiency of the use of MS Office and other business and engineering software.
- Ability to manage several activities/projects at once, to organize and prioritize work, to meet deadlines, to prepare plans, goals, and budgets.
- Demonstrated ability to be mobile in the work environment.
- Ability to pass a drug test. Conduct
- Self-managing; works well under little supervision.
- Highly motivated and enthusiastic.
- Good interpersonal skills and good communicator.
- Process oriented.
- Eagerness to learn.
- Be a team player and support the Company’s goals.
- Conducts in a professional manner.