Job Summary:
We are seeking a Process Engineer to support production operations, applying engineering techniques, assists in the improvement of manufacturing processes, products, and drive continuous improvement activities in XPEL’s manufacturing & supply chains.
Core Duties
- Technical resource for on-going production activities: establishing & improving production quality specifications, production support, documentation & analysis of production KPIs.
- Responsible for reviewing safety and quality standards to ensure the Internal and External stakeholders are properly meeting these guidelines.
- Leads quality improvement, yield improvement & corrective action projects with internal and external stakeholders.
- Recommends manufacturing processes designed to be efficient, cost-effective, and to promote quality and reliability.
- Assesses current equipment and processes and makes recommendations for changes. Helps to troubleshoot and repair equipment. Shows results in reports. May train personnel in equipment usage and processes.
- Collaborate with research and development teams as technologies transition to pilot & scale-up environments to ensure a successful commercialization.
Job Requirements
- BS in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial or Materials Engineering preferred; in lieu of a degree, candidates with significant operational coatings or films experience are encouraged to apply.
- Ideal candidates will have polymer films or coatings experience with significant involvement in process engineering, production operations and/or quality control environments.
- Analytical skills for troubleshooting designs not working as planned, asking the right questions, and finding answers that work. Familiarity with statistics & hypothesis-driven problem-solving methodologies; for example: Six Sigma, DOE, 8D, DMAIC, Lean, etc.
- Interpersonal skills in developing positive working relationships with other employees working with the production process. Desire to lead projects with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Process-orientation with an attention to detail.
- Ability to travel 25-50%
XPEL is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.