Position: Assembly Engineer/Process Engineer

Location: Ashland City, Tennessee

Company Overview: Join a global industry leader in water heating and treatment technologies, a $3.5 billion company with a rich history spanning over 140 years. With a commitment to continuous improvement, our client employs over 12,000 individuals worldwide, dedicated to providing innovative water technology solutions.

Primary Function: As an Assembly Engineer/Process Engineer, you will perform advanced engineering tasks under limited supervision, overseeing a significant engineering project from inception to completion. Reporting to you will be two technicians. Responsibilities for two assembly lines dealing with insulation and painting.

Responsibilities

Identify, lead, and execute projects that target improvements to key plant metrics: safety, quality, on-time delivery, and efficiency.

Work closely with maintenance personnel in troubleshooting problems as needed and equipment installation and set-up.

Lead cross-functional teams to investigate and define root causes of issues and prevent reoccurrence.

Responsible for evaluating and providing recommendations for production issues discovered on the shop floor. This includes data collecting, research, leading, and collaborating with other team members.

Analyze and develop plans for improved workflow, space, and labor utilization, and design equipment layout and workspaces for maximum efficiency.

Evaluate plant operations and procedures to improve productivity, improve throughput, reduce non-value-added activities, improve operation efficiencies, and promote a safer and more ergonomic working environment.

Analyze ambiguous problems utilizing demonstrated proficiency in Lean tools such as Visual Shop Management, Problem-Solving Flow Charts, Process Observations (time-study); and other Lean/statistical tools.

Develop, maintain, and improve Process Control Documentation.

Evaluate new technologies and possible capital expenditure opportunities for improvements.

Participate in industry groups.

Perform advanced engineering tasks under limited supervision.

Oversees all aspects of a significant engineering project, from start to finish, so that it is completed on time and within budget.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

3+ years of manufacturing experience. Experience with lean manufacturing and conducting capability studies preferred.

6 sigma or FMEA experience a plus

Excellent analytical and organizational skills; solves complex problems.

Experience leading Kaizen related or Continuous Improvement Activity

Ability to analyze and resolve issues quickly through root cause analysis

Strong communications via written and oral

Knowledge of SAP and MRP systems is beneficial

Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Access, Excel, Power Point and AutoCAD. SolidWorks preferred.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Uses team management skills to lead the design group during the conceptual phase of product development.

Conduct project meetings and prepare reports to communicate the status of the project within and b

They Offer:

• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans.


• Medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs, and tuition assistance.

This presents an excellent opportunity to work for an industry leader. This is a full-time position. Please submit your most recent resume for quick and confidential consideration.