Process Engineer - Manufacturing

EIS Wire & Cable•South Hadley, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently looking for an experienced manufacturing Process Engineer. This hands-on Process Engineer is needed for an on-site position within the engineering department in a manufacturing facility known for excellence in the wire and cable industry. About Us: EIS Wire and Cable's long history of engineering expertise and manufacturing excellence has resulted in strong and lasting business relationships with customers in a wide range of diverse industries. Today, EIS Wire and Cable Company operates a modern 125,000 sq. ft. facility based in Western Massachusetts and specializes in manufacturing a wide range of custom design and standard construction products-from single conductor hook-up wire to complex multi conductor composite cables. We are currently looking for an experienced Process Engineer.

Requirements

B.S. Degree in Engineering or related technical field or an Associate's degree with specific, relevant work experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Excellent writing, verbal and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate technical issues. Strong ability to lead multiple and simultaneous projects.
Experience with some of the following software would be beneficial: MS-Project, Mathcad ®, Cable Builder®, Solid Works®, Minitab®Very Process-oriented individual with strong experience in documentation, process standardization, creating Work Instructions, SOP’s, etc.
Understand the relationships between process parameters, material characteristics and product performance. Creates projects and trials plans to determine the root-cause of processing issues and scrap.
Cross Train with Product Engineers and Quality/Environmental Engineers
Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment, demonstrated technical capacity, use of problem-solving skills and project management.
Maintain customer service levels and lasting relationships with customers in a diverse range of industries
Strong communication, interpersonal, planning, organizational, and decision-making skills
Perform other similar duties as responsibilities necessitate or as assigned by supervisor.
B.S. in STEM or an Associates degree with specific relevant work experience
3+ yrs. manufacturing experience
Meticulous attention to detail
Microsoft Office experience
Strong creativity and troubleshooting skills
Ability to professionally interact with internal and external customers

Nice To Haves

Wire and Cable industry experience
Continuous improvement mindset
6 Sigma Green belt, Black belt
Lean Manufacturing Training
Experience with Design of Experiment’s (DOE) and Statistical Process Control is a plus

Responsibilities

Hands on Process Engineer needed for on-site position within engineering department in a manufacturing facility known for excellence in the wire and cable industry.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards for new or existing business.
Project tasks consist of such things but not limited to creating PFMEA/ Control plans, developing manufacturing processes, writing specifications, reviewing equipment proposals, and evaluating or selecting equipment and preparing various lists, such as equipment and materials lists, and drawings.
Provide technical support for all departments, follow and document process conditions for samples; aid and support based upon knowledge of department to resolve problems and reduce downtime. Provide operator training in support of set-up instructions and test procedures.
Assist in process problem solving and provide technical assistance and have a working knowledge of manufacturing, and issues that are related to either the material of construction, product use environment, or the process of manufacturing.
Follow and document process conditions for samples and first run production.
Detect and report defective materials, malfunctioning equipment, unusual conditions to supervision. Observe all safety rules and regulations.
Support existing products by assisting manufacturing and QA in solving product problems
Creates and implements manufacturing and engineering processes and methods for new or existing products.
Performs product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement, and improved efficiency.
Analyzes scrap trends and creates project plans with timeline lines and measurable goals which are in-line with EIS business objectives using engineering techniques and analysis.
Understand the relationships between process parameters, material characteristics and conductor performances.
Leads efforts to continuously improve efficiencies, product cost, product quality and scrap in accordance with strategic business objectives.
Maintains a presence in the factory and provides hands on troubleshooting of manufacturing processes and equipment to drive root cause analysis and corrective action using engineering techniques.
Develop and/or modify manufacturing processes to increase product performance, reduce process and quality related scrap, and improve manufacturing efficiency.
Develop optimized Process Standards and procedures such as One-Point Lessons, Visual Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures.