Job Details

Reports to: Directly to Plant Manager, Indirectly to Plant Maintenance Engineer

Location: Houston, TX

Service Wire Company, a premier supplier of industrial and utility wire and cable, is currently seeking a Process Engineer in Houston, TX. If you are looking to join a great organization and an opportunity to become a part of our growing team, this may be the job for you!

Position Summary:

Work to develop manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Facilitates and Leads Continuous Improvement events and is a participant in the overall leadership of a continuous Improvement program. Conducts product and process analysis and recommends improvements to quality, methods, and controls. Suggest and implement revisions to existing product lines or new product.

Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and improve processes in manufacturing systems
• Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards
• Champion the continuous improvement (CI) process and relative metrics, including running/facilitating CI events.
• Develops studies to improve product quality
• Prepare reports for quality systems and status meetings
• Collect samples and analyze data to develop improved processing methods
• Develop and implement systems that optimize all phases of production process
• Work with equipment designers and manufacturing officers to develop a cost-effective and working production process
• Perform root cause analysis on nonconforming product and propose/implement process improvements to prevent reoccurrence
• Assist Quality to maintain UL, ISO, QCS, etc. Certifications
• Support sales staff with technical information
• Additional duties as assigned by manager

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering preferred
• 3+ years Manufacturing experience preferred
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work independently
• Strong Microsoft office skills to include Excel and related computer applications
• Proven detail attentiveness, organizational and time management skills
• Excellent math and measuring skills
• Strong verbal/written communication skills
• Must be willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations

Special Position Requirements:

• Personal protective equipment is required
• Continuous participation in company safety programs and initiatives
• Some travel required (<50%)

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Work environment is comparable to outdoor temperatures
• Regularly stands, bends, and reaches for extended periods
• Regularly moves about the facility
• Periodically lifts and moves materials up to 50 pounds