Opportunity for a Manufacturing Process Engineer to lead process improvements in the manufacturing cells associated with the Machine Shop and Assembly production lines. This person will also maintain reliable and safe manufacturing processes to ensure maximized product throughput and yield. They will be responsible for the process flow and documentation of standard work as well as the design & validation of new tools, fixtures and machines. The Manufacturing Process Engineer will have full ownership for specific manufacturing process(es). In addition, they will lead and supervise lean initiatives governed by the Altra Business System (ABS).

This position is located in West Chester, PA.

What You’ll Do

Act as PRIMARY OWNER for technical questions and challenges from operators

• Answer process related questions promptly
• React quickly to initial quality, tooling, and equipment issues to keep cells running

Lead DAILY MANAGEMENT to drive Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory and Productivity performance in area of responsibility

• Collect and compile data for cell level SQDIP (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity)
• Establish regular communication of data to associates and affected persons
• Create action plan and drive action to successfully meet goals

Perform ROOT CAUSE & COUNTERMEASURE analysis (RCCM’s) of internal quality issues

• Collect and receive first signals of potential defective product in area of ownership, troubleshoot, and provide feedback to operators on initial disposition
• Perform MRB (Material Review Board) daily. Identify plan for disposition/rework/salvage of defective parts originating in area of ownership
• Submit deviation and Engineering Change Order requests as needed
• Work closely with Quality Team on external returns (RMA’s) including analysis related to defects originating in area of ownership, both determination of root cause and implementation of countermeasures

Perform basic TROUBLESHOOTING / REPAIRS of EQUIPMENT in area of ownership

• Perform initial mechanical and electrical troubleshooting to determine root cause of equipment failures
• Assist Maintenance with minor repairs and troubleshooting of equipment. Escalate to Maintenance staff as required
• Ensure Equipment Preventative Maintenance is performed in a timely manner
• Ensure calibration/validation are completed

Conduct PROCESS IMPROVEMENT activities

• Ensure repeatability and reproducibility of processes, testing, and measurement and analytical equipment
• Specify manufacturing methods and part routings
• Perform time studies or observe/capture standard work
• Participate and conduct standard work (SW), Variation Reduction Kaizen (VRK), as well as other Kaizen activities to improve stability of processes
• Specify and order tooling and equipment
• Design and document fixturing and tools using Solidworks software
• Focus on sustainable, long-term success of processes

Maintain DOCUMENTATION related to part routings, work instructions and inspection

• Create/update Process Documentation for areas of ownership – Routers, OMS, MP, QSB
• Compile and write training material and conduct training/coaching sessions on quality control and manufacturing activities

Support NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT as needed

Critical Competencies

• High sense of urgency and results driven
• A strong understanding of quality systems and other process improvement tools
• Familiarity with various manufacturing equipment and processes (laser welding, transfer molding)
• Working knowledge of inspection and measurement tools (CMM, Caliper, Micrometer, Gages)
• Familiarity with documentation and process control
• Demonstrated proficiency in time and project management
• Ability to work in a cross functional environment
• Strong written, verbal and computer skills

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