Process Engineer-Kimball International, Jasper, IN - Kimball International

Provide technical expertise and guidance to support and continuously improve operational performance.



Roles and Responsibilities include:


* Manage plant layout and flow.
* Determine/manage operational costs on the shop floor.
* Assist in determining labor costs for products
* Play an active role in the pilot run process for all new product introductions and/or enhancements.
* Proactively communicates across the organization business issues and opportunities.
* Be familiar with all manufacturing processes (machining, fabrication, upholstery, etc).
* Be familiar with and utilize Lean Manufacturing principles.
* Participate in kaizen program activities for the Process Team and be prepared to assist the Product Team during Program implementation.
* Gather and verify Sequence of Events (SOE) times.
* Be able to perform time studies and factor in 100% productivity.
* Identify non-value added tasks in processes and develop solutions to eliminate.
* Assist in physical movement of small plant assets during a kaizen program including machine & equipment, inventory, racks, small tools, etc.
* Work with Operation Method Sheets (OMS) when necessary.
* Data input owner for process, work content, BOM, TQC,
* Initiate Engineering Change Requests for SOE process, procedure, and time related items.
* Assist in the coordination and implementation of continuous

improvement activities.


* Support Production and Engineering ideas by sharing information and upgrading as needed existing machines, facilities, and support systems.
* Monitor all requests for new or realigned processes to insure continuity as well as cost feasibility to all areas and the adherence with Lean Principles and Methodology.
* Perform justification on proposed new assets.





Skills to Perform This Role:

Interpersonal Skills


* Team Oriented
* Strong drive for success.
* Customer centric
* Possess a high degree of integrity.
* Ability to keep humor in the workplace.
* Ability to build & sustain relationships.
* Flexible and open to change.
* Tactful
* Assertive
* Positive attitude.
* Patient
* Honest and ethical

Communication Skills


* Good listener
* Effective communication skills
* Negotiation skills
* Persuasive and credible
* Ability to adapt to and manage change.
* Good relationship builder
* Ability to motivate effectively.



Business Skills


* Understands how they influence results
* Results focused
* Ability to meet deadlines
* Environmentally conscious

Technical Skills


* Ability to comprehend and follow job safety guidelines
* Able to comprehend and follow directions on a load card, SOR or OMS.
* Able to lift parts from floor to operation level frequently
* Able to read and understand drawings.
* Able to use required gauges and measuring devices
* Computer skills required.
* Ability to identify nonconformities and take appropriate action.



Qualifications:



Educational


* BSME or BSIE preferred.
* 1-2 years mfg. engineering experience

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled