CI Engineer

Mann+Hummel GmbH•Wilson, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Continuous Improvement Process Engineer processes planning, launching the manufacturing of new products, rolls-out new manufacturing technology and supports/develops the process CI activity. Responsible for manufacturing process development of air filter parts, continuously improving efficiency and quality performance by optimizing manufacturing process.

Requirements

Bachelor degree or equivalent education and experience in the field of Engineering
4 years of relevant work experience in Production Planning
Knowledge of Lean Production Principles, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, etc.
Experience and knowledge in APQP tools (FMEA, SPC, MSA, etc.)
Proficient use of IT-tools (MS Office, cProjects, CIMDATABASE, SAP…)
Strong organizational and time management skills
Positive attitude with good interpersonal skills and ability to support a team environment
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multi-task
Ability to productively work alone or in a team environment
Effective communication, include speaking, writing, active listening skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization
Self-initiative and ability to work under pressure
Strong understanding of safety requirements
Must be able to read, understand and comply with written and verbal instructions, company processes and procedures and safety policies

Nice To Haves

Ability to travel up to 10% of time

Responsibilities

Supervises launching performance and takes leading role for project transfer
Supports the CI process team for process improvements and quality improvements
Participates in the activities of project in RFQ phase, provides process data etc. information
Determines and develops the manufacturing concept including process layout (considering lessons learned from prototyping phases)
Specifies required machines, tools and fixtures respecting available standards
Defines required process schedule and personnel
Verifies and confirms manufacturing feasibility of product
Setup and update Standardized Work Chart
Conducts Process FMEA and contributes to Design FMEA
Checks available and required equipment and prepares capex request for required capital equipment and obtains approval
Develops the process documentation required by the systematic standard and/or other applicable standards
Ensures fulfillment of (short term and long term) process capability and equipment safety requirement
Takes lead of project sample manufacturing, include internal performance test
Leads new process/technology roll out in team
Contributes to project success by regular attendance of project team meetings, reporting of status and co-operation with other team members
Additional duties as assigned