Rolls-Royce · 4 hours ago
Senior Process Improvement Engineer
Aiken
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$94K/yr - $153K/yr
5+ years expRolls-Royce is a leading power solutions company, and they are seeking a Senior Process Improvement Engineer to enhance production processes. The role involves developing methods for increasing efficiency, leading process audits, and implementing quality improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
AerospaceAutomotiveEnergyIndustrial ManufacturingLogisticsMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and recommend methods for improving accuracy, efficiency and speed of production processes and provide problem solving training to personnel
Develop and implement project plans to attain plant quality goals using standardized problem-solving tools
Lead process audits and activities needed to maintain and improve the production system
Oversee coordination of training activities in Quality Dojo
Analyze manufacturing and quality data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities; translate insights into actionable improvement plans
Lead development and implementation quality improvements based on QFL notifications and Pareto analyses provided by Quality
Review production schedules, engineering specifications, orders, and related information to obtain knowledge of manufacturing methods, procedures, and activities
Collaborate in teams and cross-functional groups including global counterparts
Communicate with management to develop production process standards and conduct KAIZEN workshops to improve processes
Facilitate the communication to stakeholders on schedules, meetings, progress, and pending issues, on a regular basis
Serve as Project Manager for designated process improvement projects as assigned by Management and report on workloads, issues, and pending problems
Submit progress reports that detail project progress in terms of time schedule and budget performance
Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls Royce Code of Conduct
Perform special projects as required. reports that detail project progress in terms of time schedule and budget performance
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical / Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering and 5 years of manufacturing process improvement experience; or 9 years of manufacturing process improvement experience
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
Preferred
Excellent analytical ability and detail orientation where problems are unusual and complex
Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with others especially on the shop floor
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent knowledge of design of manufacturing processes
Excellent knowledge of materials and methods of manufacture
Excellent ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Excellent organization, planning and follow-up skills
Excellent project management skills
Strong leadership and change management skills
Ability to travel domestically and internationally
Ability to work overtime as required to support production or project work
Proficient with PC and MS Office Suite
Experience with SAP
Six Sigma Black Belt
Project or change management experience in a manufacturing environment
Project Management certification
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
A flexible spending account
A health savings account
A 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Certain paid holidays
Paid parental and family care leave
Tuition reimbursement
A long-term incentive plan
Company
Rolls-Royce
Rolls-Royce provides aerospace engines, power systems, defense propulsion, marine solutions, and comprehensive MRO services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$276.65MKey Investors
UK Space AgencyUnited States Navy
2024-07-22Grant· $6.21M
2024-04-08Grant· $1.49M
2023-03-17Grant· $3.53M
Leadership Team
Tufan Erginbilgic
Chief Executive Officer
Marius Swoboda
Head Design System Eng.
Recent News
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