CVG
Process Engineer
The Process Engineer plays a critical role in driving continuous improvement, operational excellence, and lean manufacturing practices in a high-volume automotive production environment. This role is responsible for analyzing, designing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and ensure product quality while meeting cost and delivery targets. The Process Engineer should provide factory floor expertise to improve Key Performance Indicators. The Process Engineer should be able to teach problem-solving methods to the plant teams on a day-to-day basis. The Process Engineer should actively support and improve the Plant Quality Management System. Key Responsibilities: Analyze existing production processes and implement Lean methodologies to eliminate waste and drive continuous improvement. Design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for new and existing products, ensuring alignment with automotive quality and safety standards. Lead cross-functional process improvement projects focused on throughput, OEE, cycle time reduction, and scrap minimization. Support launch of new automotive programs by developing robust and efficient process flows, PFMEAs, and control plans. Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, and Production teams to resolve process-related issues and implement root cause corrective actions. Drive cost savings initiatives through automation, layout optimization, and best-practice standardization. Use statistical methods to monitor and improve process performance. Lead trials, validations, and changeovers to ensure minimal downtime and effective implementation of engineering changes. Maintain accurate documentation for all processes, including SOPs, work instructions, and process maps. Own and drive improvements in the Quality Management System. Act as a Lean champion to train and coach operators and support teams on lean tools and behaviors. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field. 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in automotive or high-volume assembly. Demonstrated expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies. Working knowledge of automotive quality systems and standards. Proficiency in CAD tools, MS Office Suite, and manufacturing analytics tools. Strong problem-solving skills and familiarity with Six Sigma or structured problem-solving methods. Effective communicator and team collaborator with a hands-on approach and sense of urgency. Preferred Qualifications: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification. Experience with MES, ERP, or other manufacturing systems. Prior experience in launching new automotive programs or tier-1 supplier operations. CVG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Visa Sponsorship Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the country of the job posting location on a full-time basis. No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors Please note that Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) and any of its affiliated companies does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to CVG will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before any resume or offer is received. Career Scam Disclaimer Commercial Vehicle Group (CVG) makes no representations or guarantees regarding employment opportunities listed on any third-party website. To protect against career scams, job applicants should take the necessary precautions when interviewing for and accepting employment positions allegedly offered by CVG. Applicants should never provide their national ID numbers, birth dates, credit card numbers, bank account information or other private information when communicating with prospective employers or responding to employment opportunities online. Job applicants are invited to contact CVG through CVG's website to verify the authenticity of any employment opportunities.
The Process Engineer plays a critical role in driving continuous improvement, operational excellence, and lean manufacturing practices in a high-volume automotive production environment. This role is responsible for analyzing, designing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and ensure product quality while meeting cost and delivery targets. The Process Engineer should provide factory floor expertise to improve Key Performance Indicators. The Process Engineer should be able to teach problem-solving methods to the plant teams on a day-to-day basis. The Process Engineer should actively support and improve the Plant Quality Management System. Key Responsibilities: Analyze existing production processes and implement Lean methodologies to eliminate waste and drive continuous improvement. Design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for new and existing products, ensuring alignment with automotive quality and safety standards. Lead cross-functional process improvement projects focused on throughput, OEE, cycle time reduction, and scrap minimization. Support launch of new automotive programs by developing robust and efficient process flows, PFMEAs, and control plans. Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, and Production teams to resolve process-related issues and implement root cause corrective actions. Drive cost savings initiatives through automation, layout optimization, and best-practice standardization. Use statistical methods to monitor and improve process performance. Lead trials, validations, and changeovers to ensure minimal downtime and effective implementation of engineering changes. Maintain accurate documentation for all processes, including SOPs, work instructions, and process maps. Own and drive improvements in the Quality Management System. Act as a Lean champion to train and coach operators and support teams on lean tools and behaviors. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field. 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in automotive or high-volume assembly. Demonstrated expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies. Working knowledge of automotive quality systems and standards. Proficiency in CAD tools, MS Office Suite, and manufacturing analytics tools. Strong problem-solving skills and familiarity with Six Sigma or structured problem-solving methods. Effective communicator and team collaborator with a hands-on approach and sense of urgency. Preferred Qualifications: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification. Experience with MES, ERP, or other manufacturing systems. Prior experience in launching new automotive programs or tier-1 supplier operations. CVG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Visa Sponsorship Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the country of the job posting location on a full-time basis. No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors Please note that Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) and any of its affiliated companies does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to CVG will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before any resume or offer is received. Career Scam Disclaimer Commercial Vehicle Group (CVG) makes no representations or guarantees regarding employment opportunities listed on any third-party website. To protect against career scams, job applicants should take the necessary precautions when interviewing for and accepting employment positions allegedly offered by CVG. Applicants should never provide their national ID numbers, birth dates, credit card numbers, bank account information or other private information when communicating with prospective employers or responding to employment opportunities online. Job applicants are invited to contact CVG through CVG's website to verify the authenticity of any employment opportunities.