Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.Location: Mason
Employment Status: Salary Full-Time
Function: Engineering
Pay Range: ($89,104.00- $133,656.00)
Target Bonus: %
Req ID:25602 Summary of PositionLeads, trains, and develops Level 1 & 2 Process Engineers to improve current manufacturing processes to boost productivity, quality, and profitability for the company. Works with production team members and support teams to ensure equipment is being operated safely, processes are being run by procedure and the weekly production schedule is met. Plans, organizes and completes multiple complex engineering projects/capital projects for new processes, and improves existing processes and machine reliability within the areas of assigned responsibility.Monitors and analyzes manufacturing process yields/cost, identifies issues and develops improvement steps.Highest level of three level job family.Key DeliverablesWorks safely and supports safety within their team across the organization, timely completion of projects, corrective actions, and leads multiple proactive process improvements. Participates in team meetings and works with teams to complete projects.Key Accountability MetricsSafety metrics,Production schedule completion percentage, Process Scrap rate, Breakdown man hour utilization percentage, Team OEE, Lean Project Completion, Conversion costs per pound, EBITB, ECR completion rateKey Responsibilities/Essential FunctionsInclude the following and other duties maybe assigned.Works safelyand supports safety within their team and across the organizationEngineering support– 80%Understands processes, equipment functionality and desired outcome.Leads Corrective Actions and proactive process improvementsGuides reduction efforts for reduction of Mfg. Cost and Cost of Poor QualityInterprets drawing and spec requirements and translate into robust manufacturing processesWorks with production teams to ensure correct procedures and work instructions are in place and followedProvides technical guidance to manufacturing personnelProvides guidance and support to the EngineersAssesses safety requirements and makes recommendations to integrate improvements to processes and equipmentDefines plant equipment and layouts to optimize cellular alignments to enhance product flow using Value Stream Mapping and Cellularization techniquesManages New Product introduction projects, in accordance to prescribed process and company strategy, ensures timely completion of projects and provides follow-up reportingReviews process scrap and workswith the Quality Department to identify quality issues and develops corrective actionsReviews status of production schedule with teamsReviews & coordinates MPDs with teamReviews previous shifts production for interruptions. Works with production and support teams to recommend corrective actionsWorks with teams to utilize lean tools: 5s, visual factory concepts in maintaining order and cleanlinessCreates weekly scrap reports and posts graphsWorks on ECRsDevelops test plans for new components or modification of componentsRoot cause and corrective action process including DOE and FMEACreates routers for ‘New Part Request” (NPF)Assists maintenance with technical expertise in timely repair of all equipmentWorks with teams to ensure tooling and repair part Kanban is in place for existing equipment and reviews this when improvements are made or tooling/ parts are obsoletedWorks with support team to ensure all equipment has an approved LOTO Placard, Specific LOTO Procedure, proper ARC flash label, and approved preventive maintenance scheduleTeam based problem solving/projects – 20%Works on cost savings projects, Six Sigma project and provides support for other team meetings and projectsResearches, designs and draws sketches from initial concepts and ideas for various machine projectsPresents designs, drawings, cost estimates and project plans to Manager for approval. Once approved, coordinates part acquisition and machine building, and develops project timeline for installation and run outReviews and coordinates project timeline for completion with support teamsTracks project costsTracks project improvement savingsProvides periodic reports on the status of project milestones and coordinates adjustments to schedules accordinglyControls expenditures within limitations of project budgetWorks with teams to ensure training takes place for affected team members on process changes, machine improvements or new processes/equipmentEmploys “Value Stream Mapping” for assign areas of responsibilityWorks with sales and marketing in developing ideas for new products and innovationsTrains & develops Quality Systems (ISO, SPC, continuous improvement, or Lean Manufacturing)Continually expands and enhances knowledge level of Lean Manufacturing and manufacturing savings projects and operations practicesShares accountability with plant personnel to deliver the annual targeted cost savings goalsEngages all plant personnel to develop a culture of continuous improvementJob RequirementsEducation and/or ExperienceRequired –Bachelor’s Degreein Engineering (Metallurgy, Chemical, Industrial or Mechanical)and 7 years of engineering/manufacturing related experienceExcellent process trouble shooting skillsProficient with Solid WorksSix Sigma Training - Certified Black BeltProficient with Microsoft Office, SAP, Mini tabProficientwith Lean toolsPrior experience leading other engineersPreferred-Masters of Engineering in related science field and 10+ years of engineering/manufacturing related experience.Six Sigma Training - Certified Master Black BeltExcellent trouble shooting skills in PLCs, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems for production machinery.Qualities and Skills:Initiative, flexibility, technical leadership, responsibility & independence, able to multi task, goal-oriented, teamwork, excellent communication skills, able to handle projects of varying scope, influence & negotiation skills, attention to detail, shares expertise with others, inspires & motivates others, respectful of others, establishes objectives that align with team goals, project management, document management & control.Language Skills:Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.