Process Engineer

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Responsibilities:

Maintains and improves process capabilities using appropriate tools and applicable methodologies

Inputs and analyses numerical data to identify patterns and relationships that can be used to develop optimal workflows and processes

Reviews Key Performance Indicator (KPI) monitoring systems and uses technology to achieve goals

Supports the creation of training documents and delivers training

Mentors Apprentices and Technicians to increase individual and team understanding and capability

Manages new product launches focusing on process & tooling design & development to meet customer requirements and expectations, along with FNST profitability requirements, including productivity and scrap targets.

Assesses the feasibility of new production compounds concentrating on their capability of performing to the customer specification and their ease of manufacturing.

Recommends changes be made to the formulation of the compound when the compound does not perform as expected.

Assists with developing the most economical way to manufacture the pre-forms using existing or new technologies.

Maintains the preproduction study system and takes quality system compliance responsibility for the area.

Designs, coordinates, and performs pre-production studies for new materials and/or processes.

Assists in mold design for prototype area as needed

Coordinates preproduction efforts of Material development, Rubber mixing, and Molding departments

Resolves potential processing problems uncovered during preproduction study

Completes preproduction studies in a timely manner in coordination with customer timing or other project manager’s requirements

Supports and possibly manages capital projects – New equipment installation and testing

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science in Engineering.

1 or more years of experience in manufacturing.

2 or more years of experience with injection and/or compression rubber molding preferred.

2 or more years of experience with rubber compounding a plus.

Knowledge of manufacturing process, PLC controls, hydraulics, pneumatics and user knowledge of personal computers

Ability to measure cycle time, modify machine functions to meet specific item requirements, develop new machine process functions, troubleshoot and countermeasure both machinery and process problems and apply the Kaizen / Six Sigma mindset to the production process

Good verbal and written communication skills

Communication & Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
Value for Customers: Anticipates, understands and meets internal/external customers’ needs and expectations. Develops solutions based on a customer centric approach.
Innovation: Drives and supports innovative ideas, while taking informed risks to seek and develop new or improved solutions.
Drive & Execution: Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action. Explores new ways and pursues new opportunities.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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