Process Engineer

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.•Sedalia, MO

10d•$77,600 - $124,900•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Engineer is part of the Sedalia team and plans and designs process plans for new or redesigned products, improves current manufacturing processes, and develops new manufacturing processes and equipment. The role works in a cross-functional team to develop processes from initial conception through final implementation on the plant floor. It supports quality, process capability, cost improvements, efficient use of manufacturing resources, new product introduction, product upgrades, and continuous improvement. The position is onsite in Sedalia, Missouri and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field, or 7+ years of significantly and directly related equivalent experience.
At least 3 years of hands-on manufacturing experience, including lean/flow manufacturing and relevant exposure to primary manufacturing such as machining and forging.
Hands-on experience implementing lean manufacturing, including analysis, design, and implementation.
Strong working knowledge of tool and die principles and associated manufacturing processes.
Demonstrated ability to apply statistical methods for part/process qualifications and problem-solving activities.
Proficiency with SolidWorks; familiarity with AutoCAD; and knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Project management experience is preferred.
Understanding of forging, broaching, and machining; ability to program CNC machinery is a plus.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot manufacturing processes using statistical analysis and manufacturing engineering techniques, and develop ways to reduce process variability.
Ensure product quality, process capabilities, and cost improvements.
Design tooling, gaging, and fixturing to support manufacturing.
Implement process controls and conduct statistical root cause analysis to improve and maintain acceptable product quality.
Work with production and facilities maintenance to troubleshoot and repair production equipment problems.
Develop and implement capital improvement projects that provide process cost savings.
Apply lean manufacturing techniques and Six Sigma methodologies to improve processes and optimize manufacturing resources.
Work with suppliers to ensure incoming quality and with equipment vendors to optimize capital use.
Facilitate lead-time reductions for existing products.
Work with the Supervisor, Team Lead, and Design Engineering to support new product introduction, product upgrades, and cost-improvement initiatives.
Develop standard work and work instructions for efficient, cost-effective, high-quality processes.
Reduce machine downtime by developing predictive and preventative maintenance work instructions and identifying maintenance schedules, tools, and supplies for capital equipment.
Work with Finance and Materials to ensure accurate manufacturing costs, process routings, and bills of materials.
Collaborate with Operations and HR to determine training needs and design programs that support business objectives.
Encourage safe work practices, with a strong emphasis on ergonomics.
Establish processes for continuous improvement.