Process Improvement Engineer

GE Appliances•Decatur, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together , we always look for a better way , and we create possibilities . Interested in joining us on our journey? Are you a hands-on engineer who thrives on solving complex problems and making a real impact on the production floor? Join our team as a Manufacturing Process Improvement Engineer, where you’ll play a critical role in driving equipment reliability, improving process stability, and advancing operational excellence in a high-volume manufacturing environment. In this role, you’ll own your production area from a technical standpoint—leading troubleshooting efforts, implementing sustainable solutions, and partnering cross-functionally to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. You’ll also have the opportunity to influence new product launches and drive meaningful continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

3+ years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering/Operations/Quality support roles, or equivalent education and experience, including military experience
Hands-on experience troubleshooting high-volume manufacturing equipment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field preferred.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and the ability to quickly learn new systems.
Experience with fabrication and injection molding equipment.
Hands-on robotics and controls experience in automated manufacturing environments.
Knowledge of appliance manufacturing processes.
Experience with controls, preventive maintenance, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
PLC, distributed I/O, and servo controls experience.
Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma experience or certification.
Formal project management experience or training.

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical owner for all equipment and tooling within your assigned production area
Lead hands-on troubleshooting and support for equipment and process issues
Partner closely with maintenance and operations teams to restore and improve performance
Monitor and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
Identify and implement equipment and tooling improvements
Support new equipment specifications, reviews, and commissioning
Ensure preventive maintenance strategies are effective and executed to maximize uptime
Maintain calibration compliance and manage critical tooling and spare parts
Collaborate with operations leadership to identify and implement safety improvements
Drive closure of safety actions from incidents, near misses, and ergonomic assessments
Maintain and improve Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and compliance
Develop and sustain manufacturing control plans and process standards
Work cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, and Engineering to resolve production challenges quickly and effectively
Standardize work instructions to ensure consistency and repeatability
Drive structured problem-solving using root cause analysis and corrective actions
Partner with leadership to execute continuous improvement initiatives
Share best practices and lessons learned across teams
Collaborate with engineering teams on equipment procurement, installation, and qualification
Evaluate product designs for manufacturability and long-term sustainability
Support line setups, model changes, and capacity planning
Interface with vendors and OEMs to ensure successful implementation and knowledge transfer