Process Engineer Fabrication Shop Lead

2 Days Old

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Free uniforms
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
John King Chains is an internationally renowned and family-owned manufacturing company founded in 1926. The Company has enjoyed unrivalled expansion in the last decade. Today, it operates from five locations Worldwide and exports mechanical handling equipment to over 65 countries.
Position Overview
The Manufacturing Process Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes and equipment to improve Safety, Customer Quality, Right First Time, on-time delivery, and cost-effectiveness. The role involves analysing manufacturing and production workflows, troubleshooting issues, developing others’ capabilities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing operations (through clear plans that underpin the Site & Co strategy).
Key Responsibilities & Deliverables
Health, Safety & Quality:
a) Ensure processes comply with industry OSHA regulations and company standards b) Document and train-out Safe Systems of Work, Risk Assessments, and SOPs c) Partner QA team to improve product consistency and resolve non-conformances d) Conduct process validation and risk assessments
Core Manufacturing Processes:
a) Responsible Person for CORE Manufacturing Processes, definition, and SOPs b) Design, evaluate, and continually improve manufacturing processes c) Analyse production workflows to identify inefficiencies and implement improvements d) Identify, specify, justify, and deliver capital investment projects e) Strategically embed Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing principles
Manufacturing Support:
a) Provide technical support & training for production operatives & Team Leaders. b) Provide product-technical and process-design support. c) Troubleshoot process-related issues and implement corrective actions. e) Implement automation and digital tools to enhance data-capture & productivity
Equipment & Technology Management:
a) Assist in the selection, installation, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment b) Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for equipment use c) Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure optimal equipment performance
Essential Skills/Experience Required
Technical Skills
Resolving & preventing OSHA risks/issues through GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
Deep knowledge of engineering machine shops, machining processes, and equipment (inc CNC)
Manufacturing process design, optimisation, and workplace design
Time-in-motion studies, work/process balancing, and production-flow
Implementations of time/costings and efficiency KPIs
Statistical analysis and reporting
Fault-finding and root cause analysis methodology and resolution
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Writing and training-out SOPs and training/user guides (Standard Operating Procedures)
Medium-Sized Capital Investment project research, justification & delivery
Designing & delivering training, plus daily coaching of others in GMP
Personal Attributes
Plays to win alongside the team and for the team
Clear communicator (verbally & written)
High Attention to detail
Fanatical about continuous process improvements
Keen to learn new things & new skills/knowledge
Growth mindset for self, business, and others
Desirable Skills/Experience Required
CAD
Formal Continuous Improvement/Lean/WCO experience/deployment
Robotics / Robot Welders
Welding & Fabricating
Education & Experience (Highly Desirable):
2-5 years’ experience in a similar role within an Engineering Machining & Assembly Shop
Degree or HND in Manufacturing Eng, Mech Engineering, or a related field
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Location:
Trussville, AL, United States
Category:
Architecture And Engineering Occupations

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