Sr Advanced Process Engineer

Cooper-Standard Automotive•Spartanburg, SC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Advanced Process Engineer (Extrusion) is responsible for providing technical leadership and support to Cooper Standard manufacturing facilities in all aspects of extrusion processing and technology. This position drives the standardization and continuous improvement of extrusion processes across product lines, focusing on production performance, process capability, quality, energy efficiency, and cost optimization. Responsibilities include the development and maintenance of global extrusion standards, equipment and tooling specifications, process parameters, and the implementation of best practices throughout Cooper Standard. This role works closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Sales, Finance, Purchasing, and Program Management to support operational excellence, capacity expansion, new product launches, and strategic business objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree is preferred
Typically has three plus years of experience
Ability to solve problems and take a new perspective using existing solutions
Ability to work independently and act as a resource for colleagues
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Demonstrated proactive task approach
Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary

Responsibilities

Works closely with Cooper Standard’s manufacturing facilities to reduce cost, improve quality and achieve advancements in both process and product technology
Leads the research and implementation of new or improved equipment/tooling/processes to satisfy changing production requirements.
Works with outside machinery suppliers, machine shops, plant engineering and maintenance in these efforts
Assists in the validation of new processes as necessary.
May be required to obtain/negotiate approval or revisions to customer product specifications
Initiates projects and tasks through creative insight, leveraging manufacturing and product knowledge
Confirms feasibility/capability of proposed product/process improvements using statistical methods
Assists in the transfer of product and process between manufacturing facilities
For assigned technologies, will act as communicative link between CS technical and manufacturing sites, including other global regions, for the purpose of process development, best practice exchange, standardization, etc.
Keeps current on developments related to manufacturing and product technology through meetings with suppliers, customers, trade publications, etc.
May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description