OPTIMAL SYSTEMS Group ยท 1 day ago
Manufacturing Process Engineer
Sterling Heights, MI
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expOptimal Inc. is focused on improving manufacturing processes, and they are seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to support their Axle Carrier Machining activities. The role involves driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity while applying engineering principles to enhance manufacturing processes and resolve quality issues.
Information TechnologyManufacturingSoftware
Responsibilities
Support Manufacturing Process Engineering activity for Axle Carrier Machining
Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity
Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products
Lead development of interim and permanent corrective actions to resolve quality issues using 8D methodology and structured problem-solving tools
Lead and conduct process audits to ensure process discipline is consistent with Powertrain Operations guidelines
Conduct job ergonomic evaluations and deliver corrective actions as required
Analyze carrier inventory root causes; engage in mapping and corrective actions to reduce carrier rejects
Create process and instruction sheets supporting quality methods and processes
Deliver capable processes and tools for Carrier Machining operations
Lead role in resolving machining related concerns
Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices
Ensure compliance with Plant, Corporate, Governmental and Environmental standards
Support ISO 14001 compliance and support internal ISO auditing and compliance as required
Support continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity in the Carrier Machining Area
Identify throughput constraints and drive root cause improvements to achieve Rate of Climb targets
Qualification
Required
Support Manufacturing Process Engineering activity for Axle Carrier Machining
Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity
Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products
Lead development of interim and permanent corrective actions to resolve quality issues using 8D methodology and structured problem-solving tools
Lead and conduct process audits to ensure process discipline is consistent with Powertrain Operations guidelines
Conduct job ergonomic evaluations and deliver corrective actions as required
Analyze carrier inventory root causes; engage in mapping and corrective actions to reduce carrier rejects
Create process and instruction sheets supporting quality methods and processes
Deliver capable processes and tools for Carrier Machining operations
Lead role in resolving machining related concerns
Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices
Ensure compliance with Plant, Corporate, Governmental and Environmental standards
Support ISO 14001 compliance and support internal ISO auditing and compliance as required
Support continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity in the Carrier Machining Area
Identify throughput constraints and drive root cause improvements to achieve Rate of Climb targets
Lean Manufacturing
Manufacturing Engineering
Process Engineering
Problem Solving
Good Manufacturing Practices
5+ years of related experience
Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills
High School Diploma / GED
Preferred
Process Validation
Process Improvement
PPAP processes
Manufacturing Processes
Lean Six Sigma
Machining
Tooling
Machining or tooling experience in a manufacturing environment
Effective oral and written communication skills
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience
8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skills
Lean Tools - 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping
DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology experience
TQM and Kaizen Methods
FMEA, PPAP, and DOEs experience
Visual Factory Management
Ergonomic analysis knowledge and experience
Bachelor's Degree
Company
OPTIMAL SYSTEMS Group
Digitalization made possible. Software solutions for the management of information.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase