Process Engineer

About the role

Marmon Utility LLC As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings-which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway- you'll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We're committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone's empowered to be their best. The Process Engineer will work closely with the Operations and Engineering Teams to drive injection molding and supporting automation process improvements through data-based decision making. The Process Engineer will lead trials and other continuous improvement initiatives to improve items such as throughput, quality, and building robust processes for in-line automation. The Process Engineer will be a key member of the Operations Team with reporting to the Director of Operations. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Optimize production processes to deliver cost savings, improve quality, and support new product introduction. Lead equipment / process improvement projects utilizing sound project management techniques and see projects through to completion. Use of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to analyze problems associated with technical issues and provide effective solutions. Execute and achieve process improvement objectives on schedule in a team environment. Support business plan objectives to increase productivity, reduce scrap and excess usage, improve quality, and enhance safety. Identify and prioritize process improvement opportunities throughout the manufacturing facility. Running of injection molding lines to drive process improvements with support from Operations and Engineering where needed. The use of data and statistics to make decisions. Collaboration with Quality and Engineering on customer concerns. Troubleshooting of injection molding processes when an issue arises, with working towards a root cause and elimination. Participation in LEAN Kaizen events for Continuous Improvement efforts. Support day to day operations with assigned problem solving, improvements, mold and automation changeovers when needed. Process support for future robotics and in-line automation. Support mold and automation changeovers when needed. Work with internal and external suppliers of materials, equipment, and services to execute projects, resolve problems and improve processes and methodologies. Leads development of standard work for injection molding lines and other processes. Recommendations and collaboration with Engineering to improve mold designs. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Plastics, Chemical, Mechanical, Automation, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent science/math-based degree. Previous thermoplastic process engineering related work experience with preference of injection molding. Excellent work ethic with ability to work independently and be proactive. Proficient in Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint and ability to work with data to generate periodic reports as may be needed. SKILLS AND ABILITIES QUALIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Excellent analytical, problem solving, creativity, and decision-making skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Lean / Greenbelt training and experience preferred. Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law . We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.