At Batesville, you will be a part of a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation. A recognized leader in the death care industry in North America, we are committed to our mission of helping families honor the lives of those they love®.

Batesville has been named one of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America by Newsweek for three consecutive years, reflecting our commitment to quality, integrity, and the trust families and funeral professionals place in us every day

We are currently seeking a Project Engineer to join our team in Batesville, IN.

Your Role at Batesville:

As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for managing and leading the timely, effective implementation of multi-site projects aimed at lowering costs or improving processes and quality. Provide engineering support to the entire Batesville Supply Chain (operations and logistics) to drive improvements in areas of safety, quality, cost and delivery. Leads NPD projects that expand the company’s product portfolio and support strategic growth.

How You’ll be Rewarded:

• Batesville is a family. You will be part of a family of highly committed associates who are passionate about our company, committed to our customers and excited about our future.
• The estimated salary range will be $80,000 - $110,000 and is based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to qualifications, skills, experience, and location.
• In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based bonuses or other forms of incentive compensation.
• IMMEDIATE ELIGIBILITY – Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as prescription coverage, short-term disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more.
• Generous 401K Matching Program
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for development and advancement

What You’ll Do:

• Project Implementation

• Act as project manager for strategic sourcing, product redesign and process improvement projects
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team to implement New Product Development projects.
• Organize, develop and execute project timelines and deliverables

• Change Management

• • Present and manage product and process change proposals
  • Make recommendations regarding specifications for parts/products
  • Conduct trials and tests to support the approval of products and processes

• Capital Projects

• • Prepare capital funds requests with guidance
  • Manage capital projects and budgets

• Improvement Opportunities

• Identify opportunities for improvements in products and/or processes
• Assist with the financial analysis and feasibility studies of proposed changes
• Participate in and lead benchmarking opportunities and idea generation events

• Design and Engineering Principles

• • Understand and execute principles of design and engineering philosophies
  • Read, analyze and develop part prints
  • Design and source new parts and/or products
  • Assure system and product quality by executing testing methods
  • Demonstrates analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve technical challenges.

• Lean Business Principles

• Participate in CI events and other Lean initiatives company-wide
• Follow Lean principles and practices

• Other

• Perform supplier audits and aid with quality issue resolution
• Other duties may be assigned

 What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) or equivalent from a college or university in engineering or related field
• Three to five years related engineering experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience with an emphasis in project management
• Ability to work independently and solve problems
• Strong analytical, organizational and decision-making skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate to all levels of the organization and across functional groups
• Ability to multi-task and manage many responsibilities and projects at one time
• Passion for learning and continuous improvement
• Computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• 3-5 years of engineering experience in an assembly manufacturing environment
• Functional knowledge of FMEA process
• Knowledge of JD Edwards or similar ERP system
• Metal fabrication / industry knowledge
• Wood processing / fabrication / industry knowledge

Nice to Haves:

• Experience in AutoCAD preferred
• Familiarity with LEAN principles and problem-solving techniques including value stream mapping, A3’s, 5S, 3P, time observations and standardization
• Familiarity with Six Sigma and/or principles in statistical control

Travel:

Employee must be able to travel <30 % of the time, both domestically and internationally.  

Key Competencies:

• Team Player
  • Able to set aside personal goals for the goals of the organization
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with others regardless of level
  • Identifies and does what needs to be accomplished for the common goal
• Communication
  • Can accurately convey information from one person to another
  • Able to summarize complex information
  • Clear, effective and efficient communication
  • Speaks and writes using proper grammar
  • Able to communicate effectively to all levels in the organization
• Creativity/ Innovation
  • Looks past obvious answers to solutions
  • Seeks game changers (step function), not just incremental change
  • Can apply learning from diverse experiences to develop unique solutions
  • Try new things to obtain challenging goals
• Actions/Results Oriented
  • Effectively utilize and influence others to accomplish objectives
  • Improve delivery of services
  • Recognizes and capitalizes on opportunities
  • Works around typical problems and obstacles to get results
  • Holds others and self-accountable
• Decision Making
  • Investigates the background, defines the problem and identifies the cause before acting
  • Consider alternative available actions, resources, and constraints before selecting a method for accomplishing a task or project
  • Uses structured decision-making methods/tools
  • Considers cost, simplicity, alignment, speed when establishing or changing work procedures

Physical Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, the physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle and feel, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee may occasionally be required to crouch, or lift items as heavy as 25 lbs. This job may require the employee to see with clarity at both near and far distances.

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Join the Batesville family and apply today! 

Who We Are: 

A cornerstone in the death care industry, Batesville has distinguished itself from all others through our commitment to quality, service, and innovation. For more than 115 years, Batesville has been dedicated to serving the needs of licensed funeral professionals and helping families honor the lives of those they love.® With annual revenues of approximately $600 million, Batesville is a leader, providing a comprehensive portfolio of burial and cremation products, memorialization offerings, profit-enhancing merchandising systems and leading-edge technology solutions. 

At Batesville, our associates are our strongest asset. We strive to attract, hire, and develop the best and brightest to ensure our place in the future. Batesville has a strong culture of achievement, which is underpinned by these five core values:

• Individual worth and integrity
• Excellence in execution
• Spirit of continuous learning and improvement
• Courage
• Customer focus and partnership

What Sets Us Apart: 

Making a difference: Helping families honor the lives of those they love® isn’t just our mission. It’s why we do what we do every day to make every Batesville product the best it can be. 

Development is a priority: We promote learning and development from Day 1. From our Experience Batesville onboarding program to self-guided courses on Batesville University, there are numerous opportunities to advance your skills. We encourage associates to create Individual Development Plans (IDPs) to help drive career-focused discussions and advancement. 

Putting customers first: We value the funeral professional’s role in serving families and are committed to doing our part to ensure their success. 

We Have Fun! We work hard, but when it’s time to play, we get creative – and competitive. We provide numerous engagement activities to bring people together across the organization. 

We Give Back: We support our communities by assisting in fundraising events and volunteer programs to help those in need. *These services are not available at all Batesville locations.  

DISCLAIMER: The above information in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by the employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of any employee assigned to this job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

At Batesville, we strive to build a diverse workforce through equal-opportunity employment that embraces and leverages the differences each individual has to offer. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer of minorities/females/disabled/veterans.