Senior Process Improvement Engineer - 2nd Shift

GE Appliances, a Haier company•Louisville, KY

19h•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? We are seeking a dynamic Senior Process Improvement Engineer to spearhead operational excellence within our production area. In this role, you will be pivotal in managing equipment and process efficiency while troubleshooting issues to enhance safety, quality, delivery, cost-effectiveness, and morale.

Requirements

Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting high-volume manufacturing equipment
Proven ability to influence and drive change effectively
Experience in material flow management
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, complemented by strong interpersonal abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft products, especially Excel, and adeptness in learning new systems
Strong project management and analytical/problem-solving skills
Experience with time studies and/or standard work application
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work flexible hours around the manufacturing schedule
Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field or equivalent experience
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering/Operations/Quality support roles
At least 2 years of leadership experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in unionized environments

Nice To Haves

5 years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering/Operations/Quality support roles
Familiarity with Appliances manufacturing processes
Expertise in Controls, PMs, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatics, and welding techniques
Training and experience in lean manufacturing practices
Six Sigma Black Belt certification
Experience in Quality Leadership and Program Management

Responsibilities

Take ownership of all equipment and tooling within the production area, overseeing from Advanced Manufacturing Engineer sign-off onwards
Serve as the primary troubleshooter for plant processes, collaborating with maintenance staff for equipment repairs
Enhance Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) in the area through continuous monitoring and improvement efforts
Provide recommendations for equipment and tooling enhancements, approving new purchases as needed
Conduct audits of Preventative Maintenance plans to ensure compliance and maximize equipment uptime
Collaborate with the Maintenance Business Leader to prioritize maintenance actions for the area
Ensure the calibration and maintenance of all equipment, along with managing special tools
Offer insights on equipment specifications based on industry best practices and lessons learned
Adjust, monitor, and document technical processes, including deviations, MCI, MCP via BCR process
Work closely with cross-functional teams to swiftly address and resolve production line issues
Partner with Quality and Operations teams to improve metrics such as OEE, Scrap, Yield, and Service Call Rate (SCR)
Analyze process data and reports daily, driving resolutions for any defects
Support Team Leaders in creating Standard Work and Job Instruction methods
Collaborate with Plant Operations personnel to proactively address factory inefficiencies
Continuously identify and reduce waste in the production area
Engage with various stakeholders on short-term and long-term improvement initiatives