Manufacturing Process Engineer

American Woodmark is one of the nation's largest cabinet manufacturers. By partnering with major home centers, builders, and dealers, we spark the imagination of homeowners and designer and bring their vision to life. Across our service and distribution centers, our corporate office and manufacturing facilities, you'll always find the same commitment to customer satisfaction, integrity, teamwork, and excellence.

We are on a journey to encourage an inclusive Woodmark, and are taking meaningful actions to promote diverse representation across every part of the business. Together, every team member contributes to making American Woodmark a place where people can express who they are through what they do.

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Process Engineer will drive focused projects and standardization of processes, driving expertise within process improvements, advanced applications and technologies, and equipment capability and maintenance. 

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to excel at the essential functions assigned. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years manufacturing experience with large process systems is preferred
• Demonstrated experience working directly on the plant floor with process equipment developing process controls
• Must have experience in material flows, continuous improvement practices; and process analysis
• Six Sigma training is a plus
• Track record of successful project management

• Experience in working in a team environment
• Experience with MS Project and Auto-Cad is preferred

Skills

• Basic personal computer skills in a networked environment a plus, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint) are required
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common training, technical journals, statistical reports and blueprints/schematics
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Advanced math skills, including the ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to interpret graphs and diagrams
• Listen and communicate effectively with internal clients, employees and contractors/vendors
• Develop presentations to be delivered to employee groups and management
• Ability to identify root cause and develop permanent solution action steps
• Bilingual English/Spanish required

Education

• A bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field is preferred
• Certifications in electrical, plumbing, or maintenance would be beneficial

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Component machining and assembly equipment - diagnose issues and oversee repair -- develop tracking and preventative/predictive maintenance 
• Maintain control over all aspects of machining, dust extraction, assembly, adhesives 
• Operator equipment training -- develop and update materials used as they relate to equipment. Oversee training of new operators if required
• Assist maintenance with complex electrical or mechanical problems when support is required 
• Insure proper filing of all technical documents related to component operations (i.e. -electrical prints and PLC/VFD programs) 
• Oversee/perform machine upgrades - electrical/mechanical as required to improve uptime or first pass yield
• Provide constant upgrades (and training to maintenance) on PM system -- based on experience gained 
• Lead improvements to predictive maintenance program -- vibration analysis, thermograph, amp draw graphing, profile analysis, etc. 
• Actively participate on assigned teams and/or projects
• Ensures policies are followed and provides guidance 
• Provide a safe and productive work environment, including housekeeping.
• Participate in the identification and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives
• Perform other tasks or duties as directed by manager 

SCOPE & EXPECATIONS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear and occasionally required to sit
• The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms; occasionally working on a ladder
• Typical indoor manufacturing environment. The noise level is usually moderate to high and hearing protection may be required on the production floor. Safety glasses are required on the production floor. 
• This position will not have direct reports
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds over head
• Reports to: Plant Engineering Manager
• Occasional weekend work may be required
• Travel Requirements:
• Minimum travel (10-20%) associated with this position
• Recruitment process may consist of any combination of phone, video and in person interviews
• Offers may be contingent upon successful completion of Background Check, Drug Screen, Physical Examination and/or potential Motor Vehicle Check 

 BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Competitive Compensation
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Sick Days
• 401(k) Match
• Tuition Assistance
• Relocation Assistance when available 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The American Woodmark Corporation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, military and veteran status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy, or any other legally-protected characteristic; and it will comply with all applicable state discrimination laws. No person will be denied employment solely because of a disability, provided that the person can perform the essential functions of the position for which the person has applied, either with or without reasonable accommodations.