Senior Process Improvement Specialist EDN IPB

Powell•Northlake, IL

1d•$27 - $34

About The Position

The Senior Process Improvement Specialist supports fabrication or assembly operations, including productivity, quality, execution of processes, and assigned improvement initiatives. The role supports Manufacturing Engineering and shop operations by identifying process and fixture issues, conducting root-cause analysis, recommending solutions and sustainment plans, and advising engineering and leadership of findings. The specialist supports production, kitting, part flow, tooling and fixture improvements, programming, maintenance, and employee training. The position may involve fabrication-specific or assembly-specific responsibilities.

Requirements

2–4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Weld credentials (fabrication only).
Practical knowledge of or documented understanding of weld equipment.
Ability to program and troubleshoot automated and robotic equipment.
Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics, and mechanical drawings.
Knowledge of the ISO 9000 Quality system.
Experience with PCs and Windows software.
Basic command of English, both written and verbal.
High school diploma or GED.
Must be organized, self-starting, and have above-average problem-solving ability.
Ability to work alone and unsupervised while under intense pressure from production customers.
Ability to work effectively as part of a multicultural, multidisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree.
CNC programming for Amada Turrets, laser cutting machines, Cincinnati Press Brakes, EVO, KOIKE, EHRT, Franklin, Bradbury Rollformer, or Pivatic (fabrication only).

Responsibilities

Identify issues with processes and fixtures, perform root-cause analysis, propose solutions and sustainment plans, and advise Manufacturing Engineering and leadership of findings and recommendations.
Support leadership and Manufacturing Engineering with production of fabricated steel parts (fabrication only).
Support fabrication or assembly kitting processes.
Research and develop procedures, fixtures, tooling, equipment strategies, and employee training in support of operations.
Perform administrative programming.
Support part flow through applicable fabrication or assembly processes.
Assist with equipment and systems troubleshooting.
Order parts and perform spot-buys through the ERP systems (EBS and MES).
Update or compose job hazard analyses (JHAs).
Update or compose operating procedures for applicable processes.
Set up training courses in the Powell Training Database.
Update or compose training documents for applicable processes.
Support shop employees, shop leadership, and Manufacturing Engineering in continuous improvement of tooling, fixture design and build, processes, and programming.
Support shop employees, shop leadership, and Manufacturing Engineering with programs, processes, and maintenance.
Support Manufacturing Engineering with creating and maintaining DMRs and drawing changes.
Monitor applicable maintenance performed by outside suppliers.
Lead projects supporting fabrication or assembly.
Evaluate tool crib and tool management processes (assembly only).
Issue employee stamps.
Perform other duties as required, directed, or assigned.