Vacancies Process Engineer

AkzoNobel Corporate • Lancaster, SC

22h

About The Position

The Process Engineer provides technical definition of the production processes to meet performance metrics, to resolve production issues, to facilitate successful start-up of new products, and build stable and capable processes. The process engineer leads and drives corrective and improvement actions with data-driven root cause analysis, well-defined action plans, effective communication, and timely implementation. They coordinate with R&D Development and Commercial for new product introduction, process specifications, and ERP setup of product structures.

Requirements

• BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical) or related technical discipline required
• 5+ years experience in Engineering or related technical discipline
• Able to work with solvents, machinery and computer systems
• Strong interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years experience in the Coatings industry preferred
• Six Sigma and/or Lean experience preferred
• Experience with ISO 9000 or other quality systems preferred

Responsibilities

• Define process parameters, tooling and specifications to meet production performance metrics (Customer complaint costs, NCI costs, RTY, OEE)
• Issue and revise machine specifications that define process parameters; issue order changes for temporary changes to production orders
• Resolve production issues to enable production to meet demand, RTY and OEE goals
• Perform Root Cause Analysis on chronic process problems and implement corrective/preventive actions which result in process stability and improved capability.
• Lead investigations into customer complaints, NCIs or other process quality issues that are data-driven and focus on preventive actions to satisfy customers and improve internal quality metrics
• Provide manufacturing support as required including assigned off-hour availability
• Lead corrective actions or process changes through collaboration, communication, well-defined plans and timely implementation
• Input new product BOMs and operations into the ERP
• Provide process definition for new products to facilitate successful scale-up into production
• Provide hands-on guidance and direction with production operators.
• Evaluate process tooling and determine acceptable conditions for production; coordinate rework activities
• Create and revise process instructions such as SOPs and work instructions in support of process definition
• Create reports that are clear and detailed as required by the subject; create and present reports or overviews for group or leadership review
• Assist in developing and implementing the plant wide Quality System (ie FMEAs).

Benefits

• Medical insurance with HSA
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
• Annual bonus
• 401K retirement savings with 6% company match
• Generous vacation, personal and holiday pay
• Paid Parental leave
• Active Diversity and Inclusion Networks
• Career growth opportunities on a regional and global scale
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee referral bonus

What This Job Offers

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