Job Summary:
The Process Engineer is responsible for analyzing, improving, and maintaining all tooling, equipment and processes relating to their assigned area within Deringer-Ney, Inc. In addition, the Engineer will support the introduction of new products as needed.
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Develop, document, implement, and sustain manufacturing processes using appropriate data and tools.
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Improve efficiency through set-up time reduction, run rate improvement, and machine uptime.
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Coordinate and organize improvement projects.
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Analyze close tolerance tooling and suggest improvements to increase output and improve quality.
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Review new products and suggest improvements to assure producibility and economy.
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Interacts with supplier contacts and assists with administration of outside vendors.
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Conduct training on equipment and processes.
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Involve relevant others in shaping plans and making decisions; participate in group efforts and encourage others’ participation; listen to co-workers’ concerns and aid as appropriate.
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Ongoing development of associated equipment and processes to reduce costs, increase quality level and increase throughput.
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Provide information and general knowledge for all production-related issues.
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Ongoing support of production as required.
Additional Responsibilities:
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Utilize a risk-based approach in assessing operational safety and process effectiveness.
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As able, provides hands-on support for machine troubleshooting.
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Evaluate new equipment and technologies that apply to their assigned area.
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Provide documentation of all machine settings including work instructions and operation sheets.
Required Skills/Abilities:
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Knowledge of relevant processes and equipment. Preferred experience in metal stamping, plastic injection molding or micromachining processes.
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Ability to communicate effectively with all employees.
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Ability to administer policies and instructions.
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Ability to work in ultra-precise manufacturing environment.
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Basic understanding of material characteristics.
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Must be able to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
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Ability to analyze and troubleshoot production processes.
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Must be a team player.
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Basic understanding of Six Sigma and statistical process control.
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Basic understanding of 5S and Lean manufacturing concepts and processes.
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Must work effectively in a regulatory medical and automotive environment with working knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management.
Education and Experience:
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B.S. in Mechanical or other Engineering discipline
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5 years manufacturing or process engineering experience (Preferred minimum)
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Hands-on experience in processes or equipment (mechanical aptitude).
Physical Requirements:
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Prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
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Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
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Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.