Director of Maintenance & Process Engineer

Your Opportunity is Here with HSM • Hickory, NC

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Hickory Springs Manufacturing Company is seeking a Director of Maintenance and Process Engineer in Hickory, NC. This role involves formulating and executing comprehensive strategies for process engineering and quality assurance, aligned with automotive industry standards and company growth goals. The position requires leading interdisciplinary teams to enhance production efficiency and product quality, employing advanced process engineering techniques, and implementing continuous improvement methodologies like Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma. A robust quality assurance framework must be developed and enforced, ensuring compliance with automotive regulations. Collaboration with R&D, manufacturing, and supply chain is crucial, as is acting as a primary point of contact for external stakeholders on quality and process matters. The role also involves staying updated on industry trends, driving technology adoption, defining and analyzing KPIs, and leading a team of process engineers and quality assurance specialists.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field or foreign equivalent.
• Five (5) years of experience in process engineering and quality assurance within the automotive manufacturing sector.
• Five (5) years implementing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies in the automotive context.
• Utilizing analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Managing multiple projects concurrently, prioritizing tasks, and adhering to strict deadlines.
• Utilizing knowledge of automotive industry regulations and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute comprehensive strategies for process engineering and quality assurance.
• Lead interdisciplinary teams to boost production efficiency and product quality.
• Employ advanced process engineering techniques to refine and optimize manufacturing processes, reduce production costs, and elevate product quality.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Develop a robust quality assurance framework that sets and enforces quality standards, implements effective quality control procedures, and ensures compliance with automotive industry regulations and client requirements.
• Engage closely with R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, and other departments to integrate quality and process enhancements.
• Act as the primary point of contact with clients, suppliers, and external stakeholders regarding process engineering and product quality issues.
• Keep abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in automotive manufacturing and quality assurance.
• Drive the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to enhance production efficiency and product quality.
• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) related to process efficiency and product quality.
• Conduct thorough analysis and reporting of performance metrics to senior management, initiating improvements as needed.
• Direct, mentor, and grow a team of process engineers and quality assurance specialists.

Benefits

• Hickory Springs Manufacturing Company’s incentive program applies to this job opportunity.
• As described in Hickory Springs Manufacturing Company’s Employee Referral Program, employees receive incentive payment for referring applicants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director