Process Engineer I (24047)

NEOTECH • Longmont, CO

2d • $72,000 - $89,000

About The Position

Improves manufacturing processes through workflow improvements and automation. Works closely with employees at all levels to learn process and determine critical points. Hands on implementation, evaluations and data collection.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing work environment
• Prior supervisory and Lean Manufacturing experience is required
• Demonstrated ability to drive cross functional teams to solve problems and implement sustainable improvements within the organization.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills required to communicate at all levels of the organization (front-line to management) required.
• Leadership, interpersonal skills, initiative, creativity and ability to work independently required.
• Able to apply, teach, and coach teams on the use of Lean Six Sigma concepts of Visual Management, SMED, 5S, root cause analysis, value stream mapping, FMEA, Pareto charts, and histograms.
• Project management skills.
• Demonstrated software skills with MS Excel and MS PowerPoint required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) is required.
• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; plus two or more years related experience; or equivalent education and experience.
• Formal training in Lean Methodologies.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts relevant to the position.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to think “out of the box.”
• Candidates being considered for hire must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test which include screening for illegal drugs and marijuana.
• Due to ITAR and / or CUI compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C.1324b(a)(3).

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Macros is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for facilitating transformation efforts (Kaizen) to deliver Key Performance Indicator (KPI) and Profit & Loss (P&L) improvement results.
• Responsible for the successful implementation of continuous improvement projects within the Mason Location Operations.
• Reports project updates and results by creating and delivering presentations in MS PowerPoint.
• Champions improvements thru transformation of operating systems, management infrastructure, and mindset, behavior, and capabilities using “Lean Manufacturing” concepts.
• Drives issues to closure through project management processes and collaboration with other departments.
• Assists in creating process flow and business process requirements documentation; establishes operating equipment specifications.
• Provides hands-on technical and process support to operations.
• Improves manufacturing techniques and process capabilities.
• Troubleshoot production problems and provides timely corrective and preventive actions.
• Maximizes efficiencies and yields at low cost while maintaining product quality.
• Provides support and leadership for projects.
• Responds to business and customer needs.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage; company-paid basic life/AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance; voluntary supplemental insurances, flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program (EAP).
• Sick Leave, Vacation Time, and company-paid Holidays are also provided as paid time off.
• NEOTech also provides a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan option with a company match.

What This Job Offers

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