General Scope of Responsibility: Managing the Engineering / Technical Team, and maintenance team  

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

1. Manage the Engineering / Technical Team as well as Maintenance Team

• Assists Engineering Manager (or acting Engineering Manager in smaller operations) in directing Technical Team in achieving timely completion of department projects and objectives including:
  • Develop scope on assigned or initiated projects or tasks. Assign and work with department on projects.  Track progress of assigned tasks.
  • Communicate with appropriate plant and corporate personnel to secure concurrence of the project goals and tasks.
  • Provide leadership, performance feedback input and motivation on projects and performance.
  • Interface with plant personnel to smooth transition of projects into plant.
  • Report on Engineering projects progress and issue monthly Engineering project report. Report progress at monthly plant vehicle launch and business meetings.
  • Define and organize activities and solutions from general assignments to look into or investigate problems or solutions.
• Leads the process engineering activities for new jobs/launches and engineering changes from preplanning and preparation to implementation.
  • Reviews product design to ensure optimal manufacturability, adherence to tolerance guidelines, tool design, machine design, cell layout, compatibility issues, and safety concerns.
  • Leads tooling development and design from prototype through manufacturing production stages.
  • Leads efforts to develop manufacturing equipment for process through either machine upgrades or acquisition of new capital equipment.
  • Leads process development effort through cross-functional teams to develop optimal cell layout, work instructions, process flow layout, and set-up procedures, while adhering to safety, quality, and productivity protocols.
  • Leads cross-functional teams to develop PFMEA’s, mistake/error proofing.
  • Coordinates internal engineering trials for PPAP’s, PSA’s, Run at Rates, etc.
  • Evaluates and takes actions needed to meet or exceed targets set for spoilage, cycle time, and quality.
  • Accomplishes the above tasks through compliance with the plant’s Advanced Planning Quality Procedures.
  • Maintain Records of tooling design/purchase as outlined in Mfg. Capability.
  • Produces part samples to meet customer requirements.
  • Turn jobs over to production that are process capable and have all required equipment and documentation
• Leads engineering efforts to resolve/improve process problems.
  • Identifies and resolves process improvements leading to better cycle times, reduced spoilage, improved process capability (i.e., Cpk, Ppk), and increased throughput.
  • Develops and employs troubleshooting guidelines.
  • Assists production staff as process expert by utilizing troubleshooting, diagnosis, debugging, and other technical skills to keep production lines running at peak efficiency.
  • Performs cause analysis and corrective action implementation on assigned customer complaints or internal failures.
  • Performs safety analysis and implementation if corrective action.

• Maintenance Manager Responsibilities:
  • Ensure all equipment is maintained and operates as designed.
  • Supervise the maintenance work force.
  • Maintain a preventive maintenance program for all plant production equipment, auxiliary equipment
  • Assist plant management in developing a plant maintenance budget. Operate within the scope of the budget.
  • Interact with Engineering personnel in the design and implementation of manufacturing equipment upgrades.
  • Maintain inventories for machinery and building to insure proper and prompt repairs.
  • Provide preventive maintenance training to department employees as needed.
  • Install or assist in the installation of new or upgraded equipment.
  • Requisition of maintenance and machine materials.
  • Maintain a complete history of repair, preventive maintenance, and parts and labor purchases for all equipment.
  • Provide to plant management, cause and corrective actions for equipment failures and repairs.
  • Report monthly manpower status and requirements, preventive maintenance performed, downtime cause and corrective actions, and other required information.

• Keeps up to date with industry trends.
• Assist plant in technical, equipment, facility and process matters as required.
• Train and develop personnel in the group, maintain technical competence and expand knowledge of technical developments.
• Upgrade personal knowledge and skill levels through training.
• Recruits, hires, builds Engineering and/or technical team.
• Holds team accountable and responsible for discipline, including termination.
• Owns administration of certain TS/ISO processes.
• Able to support project decisions and priority resourcing through financial justification.

The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, Etc.):

Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]:

• Engineering degree (BSME, Mechanical, or Manufacturing) and 5 or more years relevant experience; or, high school diploma or equivalent and ten years of relevant work experience. At least 1 year of experience in a supervisory role. .
• Demonstrated problem solving and technical skills.
• Demonstrated team building skills
• PLC Troubleshooting skills required,
• Familiarity with Robot programming required,
• Experience with MS Office and CAD applications

Desired [Will provide job holder with added skill(s) to perform duties]:

• Thermoforming/Extrusion background
• Program management experience.
• PLC Programming skills
• Fanuc programming
• Understanding of Level 2 SPC
• Tooling design experience
• Ability to read and work from prints

HUMAN RELATIONS:

This is a Supervisory position requiring management and people development skills.  Must be able to interface with production personnel throughout the Corporation.  Must be able to lead and/or participate on cross-functional teams.

Excellent communication skills (oral and written) required for effective job performance.

Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times. Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the facilities. Must be able to access all parts of the company equipment. Occasionally ascends/descends on ladders. Environmental conditions include noisy environments with occasional varying temperatures.

General Scope of Responsibility:  Manages the engineering planning & preparation activities necessary to launch assigned new jobs and engineering changes at rate and 100% quality.  Also, has engineering responsibility for resolving process problems and improving plant safety, quality, and productivity on assigned programs/processes.

DUTIES & ELEMENTS:

Executes the RVP process engineering activities

• Develops, optimizes, documents and updates process work instructions and set-up procedures as required.
• Develops and updates tooling specifications and best practices for plant processes.
• Reviews new and existing product design to ensure optimal manufacturability, adherence to tolerance guidelines, functionality, tool design, machine design, cell layout, and safety and ergonomic concerns.
• Leads process development effort through cross-functional teams to develop optimal cell layout and process flow layout while adhering to safety, quality, and productivity protocols.
• Develops, documents and employs process troubleshooting guidelines.
• Demonstrates compliance to department IATF 16949: 2016 procedures.
• Participate in the TFC process to assist in determining optimum processes, tooling, and material requirements for customer quotes.
• Apply Lean manufacturing principles (e.g. 5S, value stream mapping, SMED, standardized work methods, etc.) to improve assigned processes.

Leads RVP Engineering efforts to resolve/improve process opportunities:

• Identifies and resolves process improvements leading to better cycle times, reduced spoilage, improved process capability (i.e. Cpk, Ppk), and increased throughput.
• Evaluates and takes actions needed to meet or exceed plant targets set for spoilage, cycle time, and quality.
• Assists production staff as process expert by utilizing troubleshooting, diagnosis, debugging, and other technical skills to keep production lines running at peak efficiency.
• Performs cause analysis and corrective action implementation on assigned customer complaints or internal failures as assigned
• Performs safety analysis and implementation as assigned.

Plant Launches/APQP activities

• Ensure compliance and complete assigned APQP activities
• Evaluate effectiveness of proposed process (process/flow/floor space/layout/ergonomics/ etc.)
• Initiate activities to secure and install new equipment or processes.
• Leads cross-functional teams to develop PFMEA’s, mistake/error proofing.
• Leads and/or assists with tooling design and development from prototype through manufacturing production stages as required by Program Manager.
• Review product design with respect to materials, quality, function and manufacturability.
• Prototype and pre-launch production runs
• Train operators, supervisors, and maintenance personnel to run new processes and equipment.
• Ensure products meet quoted cycle time, material usage, and operator requirements.
• Coordinates PPAP, PSA’s, Run at Rates runs with plant personnel to ensure a capable product.

*The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, etc.):

Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial).
• Experience or training using computer software applications (MS Office, Windows Operating Systems).
• Demonstrated achievements requiring Mechanical/Electrical problem-solving and creative abilities.

Desired [Will provide job holder with added skills(s) to perform duties]: 

• Five or more years relevant work experience in manufacturing involving automation applications.
• Experience interpreting or using CAD/CAM drawings and systems.
• A working knowledge of plant processes.
• The ability to perform Failure Model and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Design of Experiments (DOE’s).
• A thorough knowledge of automotive policies and procedures, with emphasis on manufacturing planning, quality planning, statistical methods and problem solving.
• A demonstrated ability to plan and organize.
• The ability to reach closure on assigned tasks within suspense dates.
• Intermediate knowledge of Fanuc Robots

Physical requirements:

• Occasionally ascends/descends ladders or stairs on manufacturing equipment to assist with trial runs. Must be able to lift parts weighing up to 50 pounds across plant floor when assisting in tool launch process. Must be able to walk through the manufacturing plant and stand for long periods of time. Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

HUMAN RELATIONS:

Process Engineers work closely with, and often serve as support to, a number of different departments and personnel. As a result, and in order to achieve optimum effectiveness, they must maintain a positive, cooperative relationship with these various departments/individuals.  They must also be responsive to their needs.

Process Engineers interact with all levels of the organization, i.e., with operators through senior managers.  To be effective, they must be sensitive to, and cooperatively blend the needs and goals of these various levels with the common denominator of “achieving organizational objectives” (i.e., effective launches, safety, quality, productivity, cost reduction, and positive employee/ employer relations).

Finally, in the role of a problem solver, Process Engineers must remain objective and be able to make recommendations based on facts, regardless of whether those recommendations are popular.

General Scope of Responsibility: 

Responsible for planning & preparation activities necessary to launch assigned new jobs and engineering changes at quoted cycle rate and 100% quality.  Also, has lead engineering responsibility for providing support to production needs such as resolving process problems and improving safety, quality, and productivity on assigned programs/processes.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Facilities and Engineering Projects

• Responsible for process development effort to develop optimal cell layout, work instructions, process flow layout, set-up procedures, while adhering to safety, quality, and productivity protocols.
• Coordinates internal engineering trials for PPAP’s, PSA’s, Run at Rates, etc.
• Responsible for launches through development and engineering of new or changed products.
• Responsible for the set-up or running of plant service parts as required.
• Responsible for the programming and optimization of robots as assigned.
• Complete assigned projects on time
• Assist in review and prioritization of projects.
• Prepare and submit MERs as required to complete projects
• Accomplishes the above tasks through compliance with the plant’s Advanced Planning Quality Procedures (APQP)

Contribute to Improvements in Plant Quality/Productivity

• Resource for trouble-shooting process and equipment problems.
• Research new equipment options.
• Assist in startup of new equipment/process as assigned.
• Trouble-shoot or modify PLC programming as directed by Engineering Manager.
• Trouble-shoot and document process problems/solutions.
• Effectively root cause processing issues and implement interim and permanent corrective actions

Plant Environmental, Ergonomic, and Safety

• Follows through with corrective actions related to environmental, ergonomic, and safety items.

* The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, etc.):

Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]: 

• S. degree in Polymer and Plastics or related engineering technology.
• Experience with or training in Injection Molding
• Experience with CAD.
• Ability to plan and organize
• Ability to effectively solve problems
• Demonstrated mechanical design aptitude.
• The ability to reach closure on assigned tasks within required dates.
• Experience or training using computer systems and software (MSOffice, Windows Operating Systems)

Desired [Will provide job holder with added skill(s) to perform duties]:

• The ability to perform Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Design of Experiments (DOEs).
• Knowledge of Automotive Quality Systems.
• PLC programming experience or training.
• Robotic programming experience or training.
• Experience with or training in Statistical Process Control.
• Experience using and interpreting statistical software.
• Experience with thermoforming or extrusion processes.
• 2 Years of relevant work experience.

HUMAN RELATIONS:

• Due to the nature of his/her duties, the Process Engineer must work closely with a number of different departments and personnel. In order to achieve optimum effectiveness, he/she must maintain a positive, cooperative relationship with these various departments/individuals.  Also, since he/she is a resource person, he/she must be responsible to their needs. 
• The Process Engineer must also interact with all levels of the organization, i.e., with operators through senior manager. To be effective, he/she must be sensitive to, and cooperatively blend, the needs and goals of these various levels with the common denominator being the achievement of organizational objectives, i.e., scrap reduction, cost reduction, efficiency increases, and positive employee/employer relations. 
• The Process Engineer must be able to interact with customer engineering and assembly plant personnel as part of a launch team or in problem-solving efforts.

General Scope of Responsibility: To ensure a safe work environment while maintaining quality and production standards.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

General:

• Coordinate those elements in getting production out right and on time.
• Meet production standards and schedules.
• Proper and effective utilization of manpower.
• Ensure proper and effective utilization of tools, equipment and plant facilities.
• Plan shift and ensure a smooth transition to the next shift.
• Enforce all plant rules.
• Ensure that equipment is being maintained properly (Ensure equipment is safe and in good working order).
• Maintain quality and production standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Specific:

• Conduct hourly machine checks and complete DRD responsibilities.
• Edit time sheets and input DSPAR for daily reporting.
• Assign work to all employees equally and fairly.

Responsibilities as Required:

• Complete accident report.
• Provide Human Resources with necessary forms.
  • Disciplinary notice
  • Application for job bid
  • Personnel change
  • Vacation change request
  • Application for shift bid
  • Seminar attendance request sheets
• Interview new employees (hourly).
• Conduct safety, quality and productivity meetings.
• Conduct employee reviews annually.
• Provide corrective action on all DMR’s issued against shift.
• Manage and resolve conflict with employees.
• Improve manufacturing processes.
• Implement special project.
• Be active member of the Plant Safety Team.
• Provide weekly safety talks.
• Be alert for continuous improvement.

* The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, Etc.):

Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years supervisory experience in manufacturing environment.
• Experience in a Team oriented environment with ability to work with others to improve systems and processes.
• Excellent communication and human relation skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to work overtime when required.

Desired [Will provide job holder with added skill(s) to perform duties]:

• Experience in unionized facility.
• Familiarity with concepts and principles of QS9000.
• Blueprint reading.
• Strong administrative ability.
• Understanding of quality.
• Level 2 SPC.
• Decision-making.
• Continuing education in field of supervision or related functions.
• Understand and follow the concept of Lean Manufacturing.

HUMAN RELATIONS:

The production supervisor must be able to lead small teams by the goal of reducing manufacturing costs.  They must also be able to motivate, manage and resolve conflict between employees.

Physical Requirements;

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms. Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 5 – 25 pounds. Occasional use of stairs and ladders. Must be able to navigate various departments of the organization’s physical premises. Environmental conditions include noisy environments with occasional varying temperatures.

General Scope of Responsibilities:

• The operator is responsible for running of the machine in a safe and productive manner.
• They are also responsible for ensuring the quality of the product and performing necessary quality checks.
• The operator must package the finished product and accurately record all information.
• The operator must be willing to be part of a team environment by helping others in the performance of their duties.

Essential Functions:

• Follow all plant work and safety rules.
• Ensure the product meets or exceeds customer and internal specifications.
• Perform all necessary quality control testing and record all data, accurately, as required.
• Package product in boxes or returnable containers/racks and accurately record all information on all necessary paperwork.
• Fill out product identification labels and make cartons.
• Continuously inspect product for defects.
• Work rotating work schedule and overtime as assigned.
• Perform necessary housekeeping in work area.

Peripheral Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Attend all required meetings.
• Report all unsafe conditions.
• Participate on assigned project/improvement teams.
• Perform all other duties as assigned and necessary.

Physical/Mental Requirements:

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.

• The employee is required to stand long hours on a daily basis, often over 8 hours in a day.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Possess detailed observation skills.
• Operate all levers and controls.
• Must be able to concentrate continuously on task.

Education or Trade Knowledge Required:

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate.
• Must be able to add, subtract, and solve simple mathematical process problems.
• Must be able to accurately read and use a tape measure.
• Must be able to operate a computer, having basic computer skills.
• Must be able to successfully pass all required training courses.
• Must be able to read and understand simple drawings.
• Must be able to understand and fulfill job duties in a timely manner as reviewed by supervisor.

Work Environment:

• This is a typical industrial environment utilizing moderately heavy equipment.
• The work environment at times can be dirty, hot, cold, dusty, noisy (85 DBS), and greasy, but is generally thought to be good.
• Workers may be exposed to hazards such as overhead hoists, stationary blades, utility knives, pinch points, lifting, extreme heat, hazardous chemicals, forklift traffic, high voltage, repetitive tasks, moving machine parts, fumes and heights.
• High degree of care necessary as serious injury may result.

Interaction with others:

• Able to work and communicate within the work group.
• Able to work and communicate with supervisors and managers.
• Able to work and communicate with leaders.
• Able to train others

Work Authorization:

All employees must be authorized to work in the United States. The employee must also present acceptable documents evidencing identity and employment authorization.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Cadillac Products Automotive Company is committed to a policy of equal employment in all personnel actions.  The Company does not and will not unlawfully discriminate against any race, color, religion, sex, age or national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

General Scope of Responsibility:

Perform Maintenance Repair assignments, including electrical and electronic repairs.  These assignments will include but are not limited to performing electrical and electronic repairs, preventative maintenance, machine repair, machine design improvements, facility and grounds maintenance, die repair, and industrial machine troubleshooting. Must be willing to be part of a team environment and actively assist team members in the performance of their duties. Perform necessary housekeeping in assigned work area, attend all required meetings, report all unsafe conditions and other duties as assigned.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attend all required meetings
• Report all unsafe acts and conditions immediately
• Report all quality defects and production problems immediately
• Participate on asigned projects and/or improvement teams
• Perform all other duties as assigned and necessary
• Work as scheduled, including rotating shifts and overtime as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, Etc.):

Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]:

• High School Diploma;
• Knowledge of basic and advanced electricity;
• DC and AC Drive Installation and Troubleshooting experience;
• Advanced mechanical and electrical blue print reading and writing experience;
• Ability to utilize OEM documentation to repair equipment (prints and instructions);
• Advanced knowledge of electrical controls;
• Ability to do industrial electrical troubleshooting;
• Knowledge of Plant work/safety rules;
• Knowledge of electrical safety and the industrial electrical code;
• Provide basic and advanced electrical troubleshooting and repair;
• Ability to provide mechanical and electrical support;
• Ability to fill out machine work requests completely and accurately;
• Ability to research, select and make recommodations for mechanical and electrical component repairs;
• Basic machining skills;
• Knowledge of tooling (dies and molds);
• Advanced understanding of hydraulic systems.

Desired [Will provide job holder with added skill(s) to perform duties]:

• Journeyman Electrician (Licensed) or 5 years experience in electrical repair; (up to 4 years of experience can be substituted by school)
• Advanced machining skills and ability to work from drawings and prints;

EDUCATION OR TRADE KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate.
• Must be able to add, subtract, and work with decimals and fractions to solve simple process problems.
• Must be able to successfully pass all OSHA/EPA required training courses.
• Must be able to understand and fulfill job duties in a timely manner as reviewed by supervisor.
• Must be able to read and understand simple blue print or engineering drawings

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Adjusting or moving objects up to 80# in all directions.
• Safely operate forklift and other motorized industrial trucks and pallet jacks
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment such as hoist, cranes.
• Ascending or descending ladders and/or stairs.
• Prolonged periods working on feet, or sitting
• Ability to move self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight spaces and move from one worksite to another to accomplish tasks.
• Able to perform repetitive actions that entail frequent bending, stooping reaching with arms and operating levers and buttons.
• Repeating motions that may include arms, wrist, hands, fingers.
• Able to operate equipment and hand tools using levers and controls.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
• Must be able to communicate with others to exchange information
• Possess detailed observation skills and concentrate continuously on task.
• Must be able to take initiative and work unsupervised.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• This is a typical industrial environment utilizing moderately heavy equipment. Workers may be exposed to hazards such as overhead hoists, stationary and rotating blades, utility knives, pinch points, lifting, extreme heat, forklift traffic, high voltage, repetitive tasks, moving machine parts, and heights. Workers must exercise a high degree of care and safety to prevent injuries to oneself and others.
• The work environment can be dirty, hot, cold, dusty, noisy
• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals or fumes within permissible exposure limits.
• Workers may be exposed to ozone within OSHA parameters.

HUMAN RELATIONS:

• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Ability to instruct and convey ideas cleary;
• Excellent Attendance.

Work Schedule: We are a continuous operation facility. This position is required to work all shifts. Overtime will be required at times. Shifts are based on seniority preference.

Interaction with others: Able to work and communicate effectively within the work group, crew leaders, supervisors and managers.

Work Authorization: All employees must be authorized to work in the United States. The employee must also present acceptable documents evidencing identity and employment authorization.

AAP/EEO Statement: Cadillac Products Automotive Company is committed to a policy of equal employment in all personnel actions.  The Company does not and will not unlawfully discriminate against any race, color, religion, sex, age or national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

* The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements