PROCESS ENGINEER

General Purpose:

Manages the design and layout of new processes from design to operation with a focus on future continuous improvement. 

Essential Functions:

Project Management

· Define process capability requirements of new production lines (both current and future)

· Designs layout of plant taking into consideration the current and future requirements of new production lines, best practices, lean manufacturing principles, and OSHA/EPA compliance

· Coordinates with both internal and external resources to integrate equipment and machinery

· Studies product and its requirements, using mathematical methods such as operations research, to meet those requirements and design manufacturing and information systems

· Coordinates all available knowledge and information into finished scale drawing, showing most efficient location of personnel, equipment, and necessary working area around each.

· Creates necessary documentation of new line (e.g. troubleshooting guides, environmental, etc.)

· Trains employees on operation of new line

· Establishes work measurement programs and analyzes work samples to develop standards for labor utilization.

· Analyzes work force utilization, facility layout, and operational data, such as production costs, process flow charts, and production schedules, to determine efficient utilization of workers and equipment.

· Confers with management and engineering staff to implement plans and recommendations.

Continuous Process Improvement

· Recommends methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities, such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing work flow, relocating work stations and equipment, and purchase of equipment.

· May take part in developing management systems for cost analysis.

· Participates in documenting and maintaining ISO 9001-2008 Quality Systems.

· Participates in Continuous Process Improvement programs and takes an active role on committees and in work groups.

Does all other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements:

· Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or similar from a four-year college or university; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience 

· Familiar with ISO, Six Sigma, SPC, TQM, MRP, JIT, FMEA, and lean principles

· Ability to read and interpret documents such as technical drawings, process charts, blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 

· Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. 

· Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

· Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of trigonometry. 

· Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

· Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 

· Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

· Special skills desired, but not required: glass processing, tempering process, coatings and coating applications, and thermal- chemical transfer (basic chemistry)

· Computer literate in Windows 7, MS Office 2010, and proficient with AutoCAD – strong preference for someone with MS Project experience (e.g. Gantt charts)

· For a list of mandatory training for this position, please see the Training Plan 6.2.2.2

Physical Requirements: 

These are physical and mental requirements of the position as it is typically performed. Inability to meet one or more of these physical requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position. Upon request for a reasonable accommodation, the Company may be able to adjust or excuse one or more of these requirements, depending on the requirement, the essential functions to which it relates, and the proposed accommodation. 

 X Seeing  X  Ability to Move Distances  X Lifting (specify)

X  Color Perception (Red, Green, Amber) Within and Between  40  Pounds Warehouse/Offices

X  Hearing/Listening   Climbing  Carrying (specify)

X  Touching   Ability to Mount and   Pounds

X  Dexterity Dismount Forklift/Truck  Other  

X  Hand   Pushing/Pulling  

X  Finger

Mental/Reasoning Requirements:

X  Reading – Simple  X  Writing – Complex  X Analysis/Comprehension

X  Reading – Complex   Clerical  X Judgment/Decision-making

 Writing – Simple  X  Advanced Math Skills

Work Environment:

 X  Shift Work   Outside  X Pressurized Equipment

X  Works Alone  X  Extreme Heat  X Moving Objects

X  Works with Others  X  Noise  X  High Places

X  Verbal Contact w/ Others  X  Mechanical Equipment  X  Fumes/Odors

X  Face-to-Face Contact  X  Electrical Equipment  X  Hazardous Materials

X  Inside  X Dirt/Dust

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.