The General Assembly (Junior) Process Engineer is the technical subject matter expert of our assembly processes. We are looking for graduates (m/w/d) or experienced technicians who will be expected to determine the most effective method(s) of processing while improving cycle times, reducing downtime, lowering cost, and driving improvements in overall vehicle quality in order to ensure the continued performance of the process.
What You’ll Do
* Analyze and optimize assembly processes such as lock, plug, bolt, route, cover, apply and scan.
* Ensure safety while maximizing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) in cost effective means while driving to achieve world-class quality levels
* Lead continuous improvement projects (CIP) to maximize yield, capacity, and capability.
* Apply technical knowledge to innovate, design and develop processes, procedures, tooling, and assembly fixtures.
* Work with cross-functional teams to develop, validate, and improve processes used in manufacturing and manufacturability of designs.
* Support new model/product introductions in coordination with Design Engineering, New Product Introduction team, Quality, and other parties as needed.
* Enable data driven operational and financial decisions through predictive insights into tool and process performance, including integration of factory data systems and use of software such as Ziplabs, Dataviz, Coalesce, MOS, FX and Station Controller.
* Utilize structured problem solving techniques such as Design of Experiments (DoE), Five Why (5W) and Eight Disciplines (8D).
* Monitor and reduce process variation using techniques such as Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA).
* Create and maintain Standard Work Instructions.
* Monitor and audit manufacturing processes to ensure product specifications and standards are achieved.
* Participate in the development and maintenance of FMEAs and Control Plans.
* Develop and modify line layouts, including material flow, waste reduction, and ergonomics, utilizing Lean Manufacturing best practices.
* Develop and train Process Technicians.
* Assist in the training of associates as needed.
What You’ll Bring
* B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering; or equivalent or the equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability.
* Experience in production.
* Experience with high volume assembly processes.
* Must possess process engineering skills (process development/improvement, troubleshooting, data analysis, constraint analysis, flow optimization, root cause analysis, etc.).
* Strong team working skills at all levels of an organization, especially skilled at working with direct labor to understand challenges and work on developing optimal solutions using structured methods.
* Capable of identifying critical process parameters and applying statistics to process measurement and control.
* Comfortable providing clear and focused technical guidance to outside engineering resources, as well as the Production Team.
* Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical and electrical drawings.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of programs.