Process & Product Development Engineer in Calhoun

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The Process and Product Development Engineer advances manufacturing processes and product designs from concept through production. The role combines product design, process development, engineering change management, and cross-functional team leadership. 

Responsibilities include:

• Process development and trouble shooting.
• Leading Lean continuous improvement activities in production
• New product development to meet customer specifications, including CAD design and drawings.
• Coordinating product and process modifications with OEMs and internal teams – engineering change system management (ECR)
• Coordination of sample creation
• Participation in the company safety team to improve our processes to protect our associates.
• Assist in evaluation of sample products for fit, form, and function.
• Active team member in the creation of the future state of our factory

Minimum qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field of study
• Process improvement and troubleshooting experience, utilizing Lean Manufacturing methods.
• English proficiency
• ERP familiarity 
• A willingness and eagerness to learn about new processes and products.

experience includes: 

• Product development and validation experience
• Automotive OEM project management experience 
• Understanding of carpet manufacturing processes
• CATIA, SolidWorks, AutoCAD experience/training