Cobalt TN Process Engineer

Cobalt TN Process Engineer

Cobalt TN - Lenoir, TN 37771

Job Title:

Process Engineer

Department:
Engineering

Reports To:

Department Supervisor

FLSA Status:
Salary

Summary:

The purpose of this position is to serve as a technical expert for Process Engineering. This position will assist in planning, directing, and coordinating manufacturing process improvement initiatives and support operations in all areas of the manufacturing process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and solve production problems
• Assist in researching and developing new processes and procedures
• Document and update work instructions, standard operating procedures, and time observations of production processes
• Identify and remove/improve process non-value added elements
• Develop CAD layouts to optimize process and materials flow
• Work with supervisors to solve quality issues
• Participate in Continuous Improvement Events (Kaizen Events, 5S events, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience :

• Bachelor's degree or higher education in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field
• Marine production experience preferred
• Lean Six Sigma experience preferred

Language Skills :
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Reasoning Ability :
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Other Qualifications : CAD experience preferred; proficient in MS office products

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

a. Sits 4 hours b. Stands 5 hours c. Walks 1 hours d. Drives 0 hours

Employee Lifts and/or Carries: type amount of weight in each area Maximum: 50 (lbs) Frequently: 10 (lbs) Occasionally: 50 (lbs)

Employee uses Hands for repetitive activities: a. Simple Grasping:
Right, Occasional Left, Occasional b. Pushing/Pulling:
Right, Occasional Left, Occasional c. Fine Manipulation:
Right, Occasional Left, Occasional

Employee uses Feet for repetitive activities: a. Right:
None Left:
None

Employee is required to perform these activities: a. Bending At Waist:
Occasional b. Squatting:
Occasional c. Climbing Ladders, Stairs:
Occasional d. Kneeling On Ground:
Occasional e. Reaching Above Shoulder:
Occasional

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job (i.e., heat/cold, dust/dampness, height; chemical; noise) PPE requirements are included. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work around moving mechanical parts and equipment; vibration; and chemicals. Typical 10-hour workdays, overtime may be required

Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Teamwork:
Balances team and individual responsibilities;
Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views;
Gives and welcomes feedback;
Contributes to building a positive team spirit;
Puts success of team above own interests;
Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Motivation :
Measures self against standard of excellence.

Quality:
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness;
Applies feedback to improve performance;
Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Attendance/Punctuality :
Is consistently at work and on time.

Dependability:
Takes responsibility for own actions.