Process Engineer

JOB TITLE: Process Engr JOB GRADE: EX06

FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT DEPARTMENT NAME: Process Engineering & Control

DEPARTMENT CODE: QCT REPORTS TO: Area Manager

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I. POSITION SUMMARY

A. Formulate and manage process improvement projects in all production areas. Commission and debug new process. Analyze data, identify bottle necks, and streamline existing processes.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned):

A. Extract and evaluate data in order to identify projects that need to be worked on.

B. Identify ways to improve processes and manage getting these done.

C. Identify causes of defects and manage teams to eliminate these causes.

D. Identify ways to better do processes and document in the work instructions.

E. Identify root causes of problems and manage a team to eliminate these causes.

F. Make drawings of new parts needed and all engineering work to make parts function as intended.

G. Improve tooling, setup and productivity.

III. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

A. The Process Engineer has no supervisory responsibilities.

IV. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

A. Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts; accordingly, gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to ensure customer satisfaction.

B. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.

C. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism.

D. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely.

E. Communication: Conveys information clearly in writing and speech; listens effectively and responds appropriately; communicates in a timely manner; is open and honest; keeps and uses confidential information with discretion; adjusts to a level understandable for the audience.

F. Decision Making and Problem Solving: Searches for creative, innovative new ideas; displays sound judgment; makes effective and appropriate decisions; acts promptly; is decisive; provides holistic solutions; identifies problems in advance; gathers and analyzes information; determines root cause; considers multiple factors.

G. Dependability / Self-Management: Self-adheres to policy, schedules and procedures; carries out work assignments without close supervision; reliable and follows through on commitments; accepts feedback and pursues self-development; deals confidently with challenging circumstances.

H. Interpersonal Skills: Gets along well with others; cooperative, flexible and responsive; actively contributes to team goals; values diversity; demonstrates respect; appreciates opinions; builds unity; communicates constructively.

I. Motivation and Commitment: Proactive positive approach; dedicated to responsibilities; gives extra effort; adapts to change in a positive, constructive manner; needs little supervision; seeks additional assignments.

J. Safety & Environmental Awareness & Compliance: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and takes corrective actions.

V. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

A. Required Education and/or Experience

1. Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; or four to five years or more directly related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
   
   B. Required Language Skills

2. Ability to read and interpret documents and reports.

3. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers.
   
   C. Required Analytical Mathematics, logic, and ability to understand Engineering computation and principles.

4. Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
   
   D. Unique Qualifications or Core Competencies

5. Ability to multi-task.

6. Must be a critical thinker.

7. Ability to work on a team well.
   
   E. Other Required Skills

8. Knowledge of basic machinery.

9. Knowledge of test procedures and statistical analysis.
10. Knowledge of Excel and Minitab.
11. Proficient with AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
12. Ability to give presentations.
13. At times may be asked to do things not related to current job such as noise analysis and compressed air problem solving.

VI. 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 and will be determined on a case by case basis):

A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear; and sit.

B. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

VII. WORK ENVIRONMENT

A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work in typical office conditions.

B. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

VIII. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE

A. Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property.

B. The employee will work in multiple areas and will abide by any safety requirements; hearing, head and eye protection are required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions.

IX. EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER

A. This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Preferred

• LA Exempts

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