Process Engineer - Manufacturing

Job Description Summary

Responsible for Process Engineering activities and productivity improvement initiatives. Lead, Coordinate, Coach & Mentor Lean Coordinators for higher performance with effective execution rigor.

Engineering associated with the manufacturing process. Accountable for the quality of own work. Subject to direct operations supervision/prescribed work instructions/systems checking. Executes within a well-defined operations framework. There is generally a step by step sequence of standard operational tasks which need to be followed to achieve an end result.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• New product Introduction supporting initiatives:
• Calculate takt time for new products based on forecasted volumes.
• Plan production loading in line with forecast demand and available capacity.
• Determine the number of workstations required based on product takt time.
• Prepare process flow charts for products.
• Develop process layouts according to production volume requirements.
• Plan and validate process-related facilities for assembly, including tools, fixtures, material handling equipment, bins, and trolleys
  Process Improvement initiatives:
• Standardize work through the development of work instructions and standard work documents.
• Prepare lift plans to ensure smooth and efficient product movement.
• Improve assembly line capacity using Lean manufacturing tools and techniques.
• Lead and coordinate Kaizen initiatives across assembly lines.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Capacity planning:
• Plan assembly line capacity based on forecasted demand and implement productivity improvements to meet customer requirements.
• Conduct cycle time studies and ensure effective line balancing.
• Prepare product-wise Value Stream Maps (VSM) for assembly processes.
• Expertise skills:
• Drive 5S, Standard Work, and Daily Management initiatives across the factory.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless process integration.
• Train employees on new technologies, procedures, and best practices.
• Manage projects related to process improvement and facility expansion.
• Collect and analyze data to support process improvement decisions.
• Possess strong knowledge of cycle time studies and process mapping.
• Have hands-on experience in Lean manufacturing, line balancing, and layout changes.
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of advanced manufacturing processes, especially assembly operations.
• Monitor capacity utilization and prepare MIS reports for process performance.
• Prepare process documentation such as work instructions, and control plans.
• Facilitate and train operators on process changes, projects, and ECNs.
• Understand Design for Assembly, low-cost automation, and improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate and lead vendor management, including raising Purchase requisition for assembly related tools and equipments.
• Have knowledge of tool selection, jigs, and fixtures.
• Ensure engineering designs and specifications are accurately documented.
• Support deployment of plant Lean strategy.
• Contribute to the digitization of manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge on ISO documentation.

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
• Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics Engineer with a minimum of 8-10 years of Experience in Industrial engineering and Lean Manufacturing.
• Experience of leading teams in earlier roles.
• Knowledge of assembly manufacturing functions and exposure to quality, engineering, lean and testing, or engineering processes.
• Good analytical skills and a systematic approach to narrowing down technical issues.

Desired Characteristics:

• Assembly Experience- Team player and should work independently.
• Good in Presentation, Communication, Analytical, Leadership skills- Self-starter/learning and ability to navigate through the organization with ease.- # Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided:

Yes