Live Oak - Process Improvement Engineer

Milliken and Company • GA

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About The Position

This position is located at the Milliken Live Oak Plant located in LaGrange, GA and reports to the Process Improvement Manager. The position is responsible for leading continuous improvement efforts at the site. It plays a key role in the development and implementation of manufacturing process improvements that drive new performance levels, improve quality, consistency, and cost.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering disciplines such as chemical, industrial, mechanical, electrical, and related fields.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

• Previous manufacturing experience (intern, co-op, or fulltime)

Responsibilities

• Develop a thorough understanding of all factors and conditions that impact the processes and products, including environmental impacts
• Use sound project management skills to manage multiple improvement projects
• Analyze problems and implement solutions using critical thinking skills and focused improvement methods
• Incorporate creative thinking into the problem-solving approach to identify unique and different ways to make things better/more consistent/faster/cheaper/efficient
• Prepare diagrams, charts, tables to reflect findings and support recommendations
• Work closely with the Product Development area to create new samples and products
• Communicate and work effectively with a diverse group of associates to accomplish project and location goals
• Participate fully in the Safety Process

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees