Overview
THE ROLE
At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.
The Position: Process Engineers will be directly responsible for the development, implementation, and maintaining manufacturing processes and process documentation on the shop floor. Process Engineers will also collaborate with Corporate Manufacturing Engineering to develop and execute new manufacturing processes for new product designs and new equipment.
Responsibilities
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Directly work with operators on the shop floor to solve tactical day-to-day improvement projects
- Assist Corporate Manufacturing Engineering and Senior Process Engineers with larger projects as required
- Author and maintain work instructions for the shop floor
- Maintain MES system data in plants where applicable (work instructions, material consumption etc.)
- Maintain PFMEAs under supervision of Senior Process Engineer and assist Quality in maintenance of Control Plan
- Participate in Root Cause – Corrective Action exercises for defects that occurred in their assigned area
- Serve as a technical liaison between Production Engineering and Operations
- Assist in manufacturability studies with Production Engineering and Corporate “Core” Engineering
- Purchase of hand tools and small equipment in support of improvement projects
- Design of shop aids and small tooling in support of improvement projects
- Own the process and collaborate with Corporate Manufacturing Engineering on the execution of manufacturing pilots and manufacturing trials to support new product and new process designs
- Train operators on any new processes and process changes
- Collaborate with Operations Supervisors to guide training, both new employees and recurring training in assigned area
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Your skills and abilities (required qualifications)
- Education: Industrial/ Manufacturing/ Mechanical Engineering degree
- Experience: Entry level
- Skills:
- Basic familiarization with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Knowledge of PFMEA and Control Plans
- Ability to read and interpret 2D blueprints and 3D models
- Familiarization or basic experience with drafting work instructions
- Basic experience with 2D drafting and 3D modelling (AutoCAD, DraftSight, Solidworks, CATIA, etc…)
- Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to effectively communicate with operators
- Familiarization with line balancing, work measurement, and cost justification techniques
- Analytical problem solving skills
- Familiarization with Lean and Six Sigma principles
- Travel: 10%
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Office and plant environment.
- Keyboarding, lifting, standing, bending, walking.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ABOUT GREAT DANE
With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.
WHY WORK FOR US?
Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you.
Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, to grow, to succeed and to be engaged in a collaborative environment.
BENEFITS OVERVIEW
- Competitive compensation
- Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
- Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid holidays and vacation
- And more!
Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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