Process Engineer
at our site in Waverly

Investigates/implements improvements to facet of manufacturing/production.

Participates on any project teams as a team member or leader and provides the team with expertise, direction and advice.  Responsible as a team leader to manage the projects by documenting each meeting, establishing timelines, goals, objectives and working within budget parameters.

Monitors the progress of jobs being performed by vendor(s), Tool and/or Maintenance room and provides direction as necessary.

Facilitate training sessions to internal employees on an as needed basis (may include welding, robotics, PLC)

Responsible for documenting current projects e.g. cost, quotes, pay back, timelines, goals, etc. and provides information to management.

Co-ordinates the implementation of ECN’s (Engineering Change Notices), internally or customer driven.

Responsible for updating and product related documentation, e.g. set-up and operator instruction sheets, etc. and providing operator training as required.  Assists operators in trouble shooting issues related to new equipment and provides recommendations on corrective action to prevent reoccurrence.

Deals with customers on continuous improvement activities directly related to part/component Van-Rob is manufacturing.

Train maintenance employees on how to maintain equipment and follow procedures when trouble-shooting for equipment related to the Continuous Improvement projects.

Works co-operatively with Program Manager on new product launches to develop the budget and equipment acquisition when requested.

Team member on various Continuous Improvement teams within the organization.

Any other reasonable request made by management.

Contributes to a safe, clean and comfortable work environment that complements the Occupational Health and Safety Act by ensuring the principles of the 5S discipline (simplify, separate, sanitize, standardize and support) are supported and adhered to.

Ensures he/she is in full compliance with federal laws and/or any other state, while representing KVRW or during the use of any KVRW provided equipment.      

Work Experience (provide details and minimum # of years required)

Minimum 5-10 years' experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive stampings, welding, mechanical and modular assemblies