Process Engineer Plant
About The Position
Adler Pelzer Group is seeking a motivated and committed Process Engineer for their manufacturing operations in Eudora, KS. This role focuses on maximizing output and efficiencies of mechanical machinery, analyzing and troubleshooting issues to improve processes, and supporting production. The Process Engineer will understand equipment functionality, analyze workforce utilization and facility layout, and drive continuous improvement on existing processes. They will also lead new launches, support PPAP and PSO submissions, utilize Kaizen methods, interact with customers, research new equipment and processes, and collaborate with business units on prototype parts and engineering changes. Adherence to plant safety requirements, QS9000/TS16949, ISO 14001, and Environmental Health and Safety Regulations is crucial. The role may require overtime, standing for long periods, reading work instructions, and potential travel. Other duties may be assigned as necessary to support team goals.
Requirements
- Education can be substituted with equivalent experience.
Nice To Haves
- Licenses & Certifications are preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Maximize output and efficiencies of mechanical machinery i.e. robotics and hydraulic presses.
- Analyze and troubleshoot on-going issues to improve process and to support production.
- Understand equipment functionality and be able to determine minimum and maximum parameters on current equipment and any future equipment.
- Analyze work force utilization, facility layout and operational data (production costs, flow charts, schedules) to determine utilization of employees and equipment.
- Continuous improvement on existing processes (re – organize workflow, job duties etc.) to improve flow.
- Guide the need for change for the purpose of improving methods by the use of measurable standards (run at rates, time studies, capability studies), realistic goals and accountability for improvement
- Lead internal plant in new launches with detailed timelines and tasks to meet customer requirements.
- Support PPAP submission and PSO.
- Uses Kaizen methods to improve on processes process flow.
- Will interact with customer at the assembly plant to ensure product meets specifications of customer.
- Research new and improved equipment and processes.
- Work with business units at corporate office with regard to prototype parts and engineering changes to ensure feasibility and timing required by customer.
- Adherence to plant safety requirements as established by company policy.
- Supply information for production decisions concerning new product lines.
- Accepts assignments and other responsibilities as required to support team objectives.
- Required to adhere to applicable QS9000/TS16949 requirements.
- Required to adhere to applicable ISO 14001 requirements.
- Required to adhere to all Environmental Health and Safety Regulations.
- Will be required to work necessary overtime and possibly a 2nd or 3rd shift.
- May be required to stand long periods of time.
- Must be able to read and comprehend work instructions.
- May be required to travel.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and benefits package.
- The range for the position is $65,000 to $75,000.
- Specific salary is commensurate with relevant experience and factors such as education, certifications and licenses, skills, and training.
- Opportunity to be part of building a strong team and growing one's career.
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance options from day one.
- Generous and flexible paid time off
- 401(K) match, fully vested
- Company provided life insurance, short term and long term disability insurance, employee assistance program
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development, employee discounts and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
