Denso Manufacturing of Michigan is seeking a Process Engineer in Battle Creek. This is a full-time, mid-senior level position in automotive engineering.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Process Design (Failure Mode Analysis, Line Balancing, etc...), Equipment/Jig Specification, Justification, Installation, Testing, and Buyoff, Process Validation and Capability, EPIQS Process Documentation (PFMEA, Process Flow, Control Plan, QA-Net). Presentations for key NPI meetings (G-ESC milestone meetings), Coordination support for production trials, Prototype development, Process Support (from Design Reviews at prototype through Early Stage Control of mass production), Capacity and feasibility studies, facilitate design review process with QA NET and Kaizen teams-incorporate current process limitations into new product designs.
Support Leak and Scrap root cause analysis: Support Production with process improvements to address department scrap and leak goals.
Productivity: Work to improve process through machine improvements. Show payback and achieve executive approval for proposals considering cost, quality and delivery. Demonstrate process flow, labor balance, and cost per piece impact as part of decision matrix. Work with other engineering groups to plan new equipment. Lead planning and actual install events, support equipment training, line-off, and document buy-off condition incorporating ergo, safety and spare parts. Understand machine operation and making suggestions to improve machine operation ratios, net operator time and product flow.
Quality and credibility: Support all necessary manufacturing issues with high level activity for process safety concerns, customer quality concerns, supplier and/or vendor quality investigations, shipment concerns and product sort/rework activities. Support request from DENSO Japan Engineering team and other group companies. Field claim root cause analysis, basic tooling and machine design.
Manage projects from concept through completion: Using associate safety, product quality, TPS, and piece price as primary drivers. Prepare and present materials that explain background, concern, current condition, and countermeasure as requested. Display quick action, clear communication, and high level of professionalism. Communicate between support departments for open items. (Design, Quality, Production Control, Production, Business Planning, Purchasing, etc.)
Desired Skills and Experience
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree in Engineering.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Excellent self-management and project management skills (ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously). Ability to work in a team environment. Willingness to work overtime when required. Highly capable in the use of Microsoft Office Applications. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, time management and organization skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills, highly motivated and technically competent, innovative problem-solver that incorporates the plan, do, check, action methods. Ability to negotiate and prioritize, ability to multitask, willingness to travel (to support other group DENSO companies, customers, suppliers, etc.)
PREFERENCES: Has experience justifying and receiving approval of large capital expenditures and experience in head exchanger manufacturing process. Knowledge in CAD software (AutoCAD and Solidworks), A proactive person who will seek out and implement additional tasks that will add value to DMMI, Heat Exchange Process Experience, HVAC Final Assembly Process Experience. Understanding of the DNA system (QANET). Ability to read and understand G, D, &T, Understanding of customer expectations (process documentation, quality standards, etc.). Minimum of 3 years experience in project leadership. Minimum of 3 years experience in Production/Process Engineering or related area. PFMEA & CONTROL PLAN Training, TS16949 Standards Training or Experience. Willingness to relocate (Ex-Patriate positions).
Company Description
DENSO Manufacturing Michigan, Inc. ?
DENSO came to Battle Creek, MI in 1984, bringing with it a unique culture, blending the best of American and Japanese practices: lean manufacturing, kaizen (continuous improvement) and teamwork. Our manufacturing facility in Battle Creek, MI was the first major U.S. manufacturing plant for DENSO.
DENSO Manufacturing Michigan, Inc. is an industry leader in the design and production of advanced automotive heating and cooling components and systems, including radiators, heaters, blowers, condensers, evaporators and air conditioning units. Our customers include Toyota, Honda, Chrysler, GM, Subaru, BMW, Mitsubishi and Ford.
We are a two shift operation employing over 1,750 associates. We are a tobacco-free campus and offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including an on-site Pharmacy and Recreation Center.
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