Mindlance
Title: Process Engineer III
Location: 100% onsite Hickory/Newton, NC
Interview Process: 1st interview is teams interview with 2-3 managers, 2nd interview is onsite with the team leader in NC (if candidate is local). Candidates who are willing to relocate at their own expense will be considered.
Education/Experience: • BA is strongly preferred. Candidates who have considerable more experience than 5 years may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors. • Minimum of 5 years experience as Process Engineer in manufacturing environment.
TOP SKILLS • Hands on manufacturing experience • Superior analytical skills • Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills • Candidates with Six Sigma in addition to the above, will be given top preference
SCOPE OF POSITION: • A senior process engineer responsible for providing hands-on support for the qualification and ramp up of high-speed cable manufacturing process equipment. This includes collaborating with a diverse team (mechanical, electrical, controls, facilities, IT, operations, etc.) • Focus on process control / process discipline (PC/PD), variability reduction, defect reduction, capacity improvements and 6-Sigma (DMAIC) based problem solving.
REQUIREMENTS: • Experience with high-speed cable manufacturing equipment is a plus but not a requirement (jacketing, ribbon stranding, buffering) • Effective technical leadership, organization, and planning skills, with ability to handle changing priorities. • Creative/innovative problem solving. • Proven track record of utilizing process excellence (PEX, 6-Sigma) tools and SPC to monitor and improve process performance. • Experience in successfully completing projects in a manufacturing environment. • Excellent Analytical Skills - Decision-making based on data. • Must be a self-starter, able to work in team environment and motivate others. • Strong data analysis, interpretation, visualization, and problem-solving skills • Proficiency in using software packages such as JMP, Minitab and Power-BI to analyze and display data. • Excellent communications, interpersonal and influencing skills. • Ability to collaborate and work with diverse teams (skills, gender, culture, race, etc.) • Capable of multitasking • Ability to work with minimal direction. • Independently determines and develops approaches to solutions. • Familiarity with other engineering disciplines (electrical, controls, mechanical, measurement, etc.) • Skills and experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DoE) methods. • Demonstrated technical expertise in process improvement, measurement, characterization, and materials processing.
Key Responsibilities: • Leads (either directly or through influence) manufacturing process improvements, variability reduction, defect reduction, process control, throughput improvements and 6-Sigma initiatives. • Leads and supports problem-solving in manufacturing, including root cause identification and resolution. • Applies knowledge of engineering principles and methods to resolve challenges. Coaches and mentors, other junior level engineers to develop and hone skills. • Demonstrates personal use of engineering tools and methodologies such as 6-Sigma, TRIZ, KT-PA, MEE, etc. to understand and address root causes of production issues, sets the example for the team on how these tools should be applied. • Conducts experimentation to expand process understanding and support technology deployment. • Lead and/or supports in the development of standard work documentation to include SOPs, SOS, Job Aids and Training Documentation. • Gives presentations to leadership to provide updates on active workstreams. • Ensures safe work practices.
Travel Requirements: Position will be based in Hickory, NC area.
Work Schedule: Typical 40 hours per week. May require working weekends/holidays or longer days to support installation schedule.
EEO:
"Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of - Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans."
Interview Process: 1st interview is teams interview with 2-3 managers, 2nd interview is onsite with the team leader in NC (if candidate is local). Candidates who are willing to relocate at their own expense will be considered.
Education/Experience: • BA is strongly preferred. Candidates who have considerable more experience than 5 years may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors. • Minimum of 5 years experience as Process Engineer in manufacturing environment.
TOP SKILLS • Hands on manufacturing experience • Superior analytical skills • Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills • Candidates with Six Sigma in addition to the above, will be given top preference
SCOPE OF POSITION: • A senior process engineer responsible for providing hands-on support for the qualification and ramp up of high-speed cable manufacturing process equipment. This includes collaborating with a diverse team (mechanical, electrical, controls, facilities, IT, operations, etc.) • Focus on process control / process discipline (PC/PD), variability reduction, defect reduction, capacity improvements and 6-Sigma (DMAIC) based problem solving.
REQUIREMENTS: • Experience with high-speed cable manufacturing equipment is a plus but not a requirement (jacketing, ribbon stranding, buffering) • Effective technical leadership, organization, and planning skills, with ability to handle changing priorities. • Creative/innovative problem solving. • Proven track record of utilizing process excellence (PEX, 6-Sigma) tools and SPC to monitor and improve process performance. • Experience in successfully completing projects in a manufacturing environment. • Excellent Analytical Skills - Decision-making based on data. • Must be a self-starter, able to work in team environment and motivate others. • Strong data analysis, interpretation, visualization, and problem-solving skills • Proficiency in using software packages such as JMP, Minitab and Power-BI to analyze and display data. • Excellent communications, interpersonal and influencing skills. • Ability to collaborate and work with diverse teams (skills, gender, culture, race, etc.) • Capable of multitasking • Ability to work with minimal direction. • Independently determines and develops approaches to solutions. • Familiarity with other engineering disciplines (electrical, controls, mechanical, measurement, etc.) • Skills and experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DoE) methods. • Demonstrated technical expertise in process improvement, measurement, characterization, and materials processing.
Key Responsibilities: • Leads (either directly or through influence) manufacturing process improvements, variability reduction, defect reduction, process control, throughput improvements and 6-Sigma initiatives. • Leads and supports problem-solving in manufacturing, including root cause identification and resolution. • Applies knowledge of engineering principles and methods to resolve challenges. Coaches and mentors, other junior level engineers to develop and hone skills. • Demonstrates personal use of engineering tools and methodologies such as 6-Sigma, TRIZ, KT-PA, MEE, etc. to understand and address root causes of production issues, sets the example for the team on how these tools should be applied. • Conducts experimentation to expand process understanding and support technology deployment. • Lead and/or supports in the development of standard work documentation to include SOPs, SOS, Job Aids and Training Documentation. • Gives presentations to leadership to provide updates on active workstreams. • Ensures safe work practices.
Travel Requirements: Position will be based in Hickory, NC area.
Work Schedule: Typical 40 hours per week. May require working weekends/holidays or longer days to support installation schedule.
EEO:
"Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of - Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans."