Process Engineer, X-Cel Industries, Southfield, MI. Lead Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA / Control Plan) creation and updates (with supplier participation). Create or supervise creation of assembly/process flow charts for manufacturing or rework activities. Ensure all assembly processes operate within lean manufacturing principles (Value Stream Mapping, Five S, Kanban, and poka-yoke). Identify manufacturing process improvements of existing process at CM and tiered supplier base to include a cost benefit analysis to allow senior evaluation and approval. Support the Quality department in the qualification and selection of new suppliers by inputting a thorough evaluation of the suppliers' manufacturing capabilities. Input manufacturing (tooling, Assembly and Manufacturing Test equipment) estimates to quotations to our potential customers. Conduct workflow analysis and make recommendations for improvement in material handling and shop layout. Establish and maintain work standards for product costing and productivity measurement. Create Engineering Change Notices (ECN) as related to manufacturing process improvements. Ensure production line related equipment is always ready for production. Ensure area(s) complete timely start-up, shut-down, and applicable procedures are followed. Work closely with inspectors and technicians to prevent and correct non-conformities. Authorize to stop production line if poor quality has been identified or suspected. Ensure all equipment and personnel are operating safely and in accordance with company, local, state, and federal safety and environmental codes.
40 hrs/week, Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent degree in Technology, Engineering (any), Materials Science, or a related field, and three (3) years of related work experience.
Must have three (3) years of experience with/in:
PFMEA techniques;
Lean Manufacturing Techniques;
Requirements of TS16949 and ISO14001;
Execution of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and Process Flow;
Production of succinct reports/presentations to communicate status of assigned projects/tasks; and,
Statistical Process Control.
Please apply by emailing resume to Megan Grieves at MGrieves@flexngate.com with reference job code MI0025.
