Plant Process Engineer

About the Role

This role is responsible for maintaining and improving production across various products and equipment at the West Union manufacturing facility.

Key Responsibilities

• 95% of the workday will be spent on the manufacturing floor working on projects, operating, and repairing equipment.
• Involvement with equipment operators to ensure parts are programmed, training is provided, and to address any process-related issues.
• Collaboration with Safety, Quality, and Industrial Engineering teams on parts, assembly, and process improvements.
• Implementation of Engineer Change Notices (ECN) and Process Change Instructions (PCI).
• Support production as needed, capable of building all products to expected quality standards in the designated area of focus on an as-needed basis.
• Assist production staff with product-related questions.
• Work with the Plant Manager on various facility improvement projects.

A Day In The Life

• Train operators in proper process, tool usage, and tool maintenance.
• Collaborate with other engineering teams on process efficiency, quality, and safety improvement projects.
• Develop new designs using 3D modeling software like Solidworks for carts or production tools.
• Work with fab shops to complete fabrication in a timely manner.
• Work closely with contractors to coordinate utility needs such as air and electrical drops, and oversee the installation of new equipment.
• Coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance tasks on machinery.
• Troubleshoot machines when the team needs extra support.
• Provide hands-on support to production lines as needed.
• Complete hands-on testing for new process changes.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Mechanical and electrical engineering skills are a must.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar software is required.
• Multi-tasking, problem-solving, and strong communication skills are essential.
• Strong emphasis on perfect product quality and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Enjoy hands-on product exposure.
• Electrical skills and experience are needed.

Qualifications

• 0-10 years of experience.
• A 4-year technical degree in an electrical, electronics, or mechanically oriented curriculum.
• Internship/co-op experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work standing for 8 - 10 hours at a time.
• Required to use a ladder, forklift, or other means to acquire parts for product assembly.
• Able to use power & hand tools, as well as electrical testing and measuring equipment.
• Ability to lift 35 to 50 pounds independently.