Process Engineer

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Surgoinsville, TN
Mid level
Automotive
The Role
The Process Engineer will support manufacturing operations through special projects, problem-solving, and process improvements. Responsibilities include troubleshooting shop floor activities, coordinating initial trial runs on new processes, creating process documentation, and statistical analysis of process data. Interaction with various engineering and management levels is necessary, along with possible travel for customer relations and quality assurance.
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Job Description:

Position Summary:
Responsible for special projects and related engineering assistance in support of manufacturing operations.
Primary Responsibilities:
 Utilize engineering disciplines to trouble shoot shop floor activities and improve shop floor through put
to reduce costs
 Interacts with Divisional Engineering on new jobs related to PPAP and process items
 Communicates foreseen issues with Technical Manager for discussion and possible resolution
 Initiates job specifications for new jobs and provides this information to the New Job Specification
Coordinator for entry into the Electronic Specification System
 Obtains and fashions samples for Boundary Boards and other process documentation
 Coordinates and performs initial trial runs on new processes and equipment. Notes and tracks issues for
resolution
 Initiates improvements to existing systems. Processes machinery and equipment to support
manufacturing functions and operations
 Creates or constructs bill of materials, process flows and process failure mode effective analysis (PFMEA)
 Estimates production times, staffing requirements and related costs to provide information for
management decision
 May make customer visitations for job product related involvement
 Interacts with plant engineer, industrial engineering, quality manager and plant chemist on job related
functions
 May work with raw material suppliers on quality oriented problems
 Keeps abreast of technology improvements, recommends and justifies implementation of equipment
and process establishing cost reduction improvements
 Works on continuous improvement programs and cost reduction projects
 Maintains job records as required
 Statistically analyzes gathered data in test runs and makes recommendations based upon analysis
 May work with laboratory in conducting material and product test and evaluations
 Works closely with shift supervisors and department managers to insure proper quality operations of
materials and equipment on new job start‐up
 Provides assistance to plant technical manager on assigned projects
 May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description
Education and Qualifications:
 Bachelors Degree in an engineering discipline with four years of process engineering experience, or
equivalent combination of less education and more related process engineering experience of five to
seven years of rubber manufacturing preferred
 Ability to focus and lead multi‐disciplinary task teams and have previous experience in supervision in
manufacturing
 Excellent knowledge of manufacturing parts and processes
 Will interact with all levels of management and must be able to communicate effectively
 Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary
Work Environment/Work Conditions:
 Professional Office Environment
 Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor
 Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required
 Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury

Position Type:

Regular

Additional Locations: 

Additional Information:

Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers. Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether personal, professional, or via education or volunteerism, we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as certain state and/or local laws. If you believe you require such assistance to complete our online application or to participate in an interview, you (or someone on your behalf) may request assistance by emailing [email protected] with a description of the accommodation you seek. Application materials submitted to this email address will not be considered.

Remote Status:

On-site

Top Skills

Engineering
The Company
Northville, MI
6,944 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1936

What We Do

At Cooper Standard, we have an unwavering commitment to our strategic vision for driving value through culture, innovation and results.

We know what we do well and we focus intently on doing it better than anyone else. We’ve created a precise blueprint for product development, design and manufacturing. We have standardized practices across the organization to ensure safety, quality, reliability and sustained excellence – year-after-year – in every area of the business.

A firm commitment to process and healthy competition means we never veer from advancing our top priorities: a relentless focus on the voice of the customer; superior products and innovation; a highly engaged workforce; and world-class global operations.

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