Process Engineer

Job Description Summary: The main function of a manufacturing engineer is to apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production.
A typical manufacturing engineer has the ability to make engineering drawings, and read and interpret blueprints.
Job Responsibilities: - Study time, motion, methods, and speed involved in maintenance, production, and other operations to establish standard production rate and improve efficiency.
*- Interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas and confer with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards.
* - Read worker logs, product processing sheets, and specification sheets, to verify that records adhere to quality assurance specifications.
- Aid in planning work assignments in accordance with worker performance, machine capacity, production schedules, and anticipated delays.
- Prepare charts, graphs, and diagrams to illustrate workflow, routing, floor layouts, material handling, and machine utilization.
Skills: - Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving ability.
- Team player and detail oriented.
- Ability to make sketches, engineering drawings and common computations.
*- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawing, schematics and computer-generated reports.
* *- Previous experience with computer applications and software related to engineering field, such as Computer Aided Design (CAD).
* Position’s Contributions to Work Group: - The main function of a Process Control Engineer is to apply engineering theory and principles to problems of manufacturing production.
- Process Control Engineer role for this assignment will work directly with Suppliers on Quality, Cost, Timeline for successful project implementation.
PPAP and APQP completion is a main metric.
Typical task breakdown: - Process Control Engineer is responsible to manage successful implementation sourcing and source moves for complex Iron Castings and Machined Iron Castings with internal or external manufacturing sources.
PPAP and APQP is a main job function.
This position will be responsible for analyzing quote analysis for best TCO Total Cost of Ownership, managing source moves from current to new supplier, monitoring buffer inventory, managing tool moves associated with source change, working closely with Category Buyers, Design Engineers to ensure all requirements for quality, volume, supplier readiness are met, preparing and presenting to Project Stakeholders.
Candidate needs to have strong Purchasing, business acumen, presentation, computer skills.
Education & Experience Required: *Bachelor's degree or significant relevant industry experience required.
* *PPAP and APQP experience required.
* *5 years minimum related experience required in any of the following: Purchasing, Casting, Machining, Engineering, Project Management, New Product Introduction, Supply Chain, Supplier Management, Quality* Technical Skills (Required) *- PPAP and APQP experience.
* *- Ability to analyze financial reports, price proposals and other technical data.
* *- Ability to accurately document and record customer/client information.
* *- Ability to evaluate suppliers.
* *- Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to purchasing.
* *- Knowledge of supply chain management.
* *- Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, database management.
* (Desired) *- Power BI and or Tableau experience will be beneficial.
* - Quality experience will all be beneficial.
Soft Skills (Required) - Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, negotiation skills and interpersonal skills - Basic mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
Job Type: Contract Salary: $37.
00 - $39.
00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Experience level: * 5 years Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Work setting: * In-person * Manufacturing facility Experience: * PPAP: 5 years (Required) * APQP: 5 years (Required) * Power BI and/or Tableau: 2 years (Preferred) * automotive industry: 2 years (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: * East Peoria, IL 61611: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person