Saint-Gobain - Williamsport, MD
posted 5 months ago
The Manufacturing Process Engineer will work closely with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and other critical functional areas on key business projects, focusing specifically on process improvement through various process engineering activities and tools. This role involves planning and conducting experiments for both current and future production processes, playing an active role in key platform development projects. The Manufacturing Process Engineer is responsible for ensuring that all process instrumentation and measurement systems are accurate, calibrated, and verified, enabling production personnel to meet specifications for conformance within the Quality Management System. In addition, this position will oversee all aspects of product color management, which includes developing corrective action plans and participating in teaching opportunities with production personnel related to the color management system and the siding extrusion processes. The Manufacturing Process Engineer will lead or assist in OEE improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and World Class Manufacturing through Process Improvement Events, Capital Projects, and Project Management. Dependability and the ability to collaborate effectively with co-workers are essential attributes for success in this role. Key responsibilities include providing direct hands-on assistance to Manufacturing personnel on the Siding production floor to identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions, managing process instrumentation and measurement systems, overseeing the Plant's color management system, submitting and managing capital projects, troubleshooting extrusion process issues and color problems, and participating in World Class Manufacturing Teams and Intergroup teams responsible for process standardization throughout the group. The Manufacturing Process Engineer must maintain technical competence and stay informed on new developments in materials, process technology, and product applications to ensure the most appropriate methods and materials are utilized. Additionally, delivering on SPG cost reduction initiatives is a critical aspect of this role.