Product and Process Industrialization Engineer- Auburn, IN

Coordinate the product and process industrialization function for Automotive Rubber plant operations.

Work with Tooling/Molding Industrial Engineer to execute change management for new products, materials, equipment, or new/relocated production processes, according to internal standards.

Update product-specific production specifications, such as production cycle times, process characteristics and parameters, according to internal standards.

Ensure the achievement of the product and process industrialization targets according to internal and external customer expectations.  Update product specific Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis according to local conditions and standards.

Perform product-specific requests for testing and start-up of the production process and pre-series production (e.g.

ensure run rate) and hand over to the production series according to standard.
 


* Coordinate timing of related processing equipment for the purpose of PPAP support to Plant Quality function.


* Communicate foreseen issues with Process Engineering, Quality function, Production function, and Industrialization team.


* Initiate job specifications in conjunction with Process Engineering for new jobs, including samples for Boundary Board development.


* Coordinate and perform initial trial runs on new processes and equipment, tracking issues for resolution.


* Initiate improvements to existing systems, process machinery, and equipment to support manufacturing functions and operations.


* Work closely with Production Leaders and Departmental Managers to ensure proper quality operations of materials and equipment on new job start-ups, and support existing production jobs as needed.

 


* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field OR High School diploma with 3+ years of rubber manufacturing experience 


* Ability to communicate across multiple parts of the business


* Basic Technical Writing Skills (e.g.

writing standards, product specifications)


* Basic Computer Skills including experience with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint)


* 2+ years experience in Automotive Manufacturing with a focus on New Product Introduction or Quality preferred


* Experience with Injection Molding and/or Tooling preferred