Dynacraft DivisionDynacraft, a PACCAR Company, strives to be the premier supplier in product quality, on-time delivery, and pre-production support to PACCAR's Kenworth and Peterbilt truck divisions and PACCAR Parts. The Dynacraft Process Engineer reports to the Continuous Improvement Manager and is responsible for assisting in the development of the strategic direction for the Plant in support of Dynacraft's vision and goals as well as supporting the Truck Plants and Aftermarket Customer requirements. The Process Engineer role will be in McKinney Texas and is responsible for the study, analysis, development, and documentation of the plant assembly processes. The job also includes assistance with continuous improvement efforts focusing on departmental safety and quality improvement projects, ergonomic improvement projects, line balance optimization, and improvements in overall departmental efficiency.
Job SummaryDynacraft, a PACCAR Company, strives to be the premier supplier in product quality, on-time delivery, and pre-production support to PACCAR's Kenworth and Peterbilt truck divisions and PACCAR Parts. The Dynacraft Process Engineer reports to the Continuous Improvement Manager and is responsible for assisting in the development of the strategic direction for the Plant in support of Dynacraft's vision and goals as well as supporting the Truck Plants and Aftermarket Customer requirements. The Process Engineer role will be in McKinney Texas and is responsible for the study, analysis, development, and documentation of the plant assembly processes. The job also includes assistance with continuous improvement efforts focusing on departmental safety and quality improvement projects, ergonomic improvement projects, line balance optimization, and improvements in overall departmental efficiency.
Job Responsibilities- Study and analyze plant assembly processes with recommendations for improvement.
- Develop, document, and maintain plant assembly processes including JBS, SWI, OPL, Kaizen, and other process documents.
- Eliminate production/distribution roadblocks and audit processes against Standard Work.
- Monitor tooling/equipment fitness for use and track 8D progress and Root Cause Analysis.
- Maintain departmental training matrix and improve training levels.
- Conduct process and product audits and document results.
- Assist in maintenance of software programs (Visual Factory, EWI, etc.).
- Manage new and replacement equipment tooling, including run-off sampling and testing.
- Monitor and track scrap by department and establish elimination plans.
- Introduce new manufacturing processes and recommend cycle time reductions and cost savings.
- Participate in FMEA, PCP, and PFMEA reviews.
- Drive cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives.
- Recommend process changes to improve safety, productivity, and quality.
- Support corrective actions for internal and external defects and track defect metrics.
- Support new processes including EV, DV, QV, and VV builds.
- Support Engineering Change Notifications.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Education- Associates' detree required.
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Qualifications- Must be able to operate independently with little guidance while being a positive contributor to a team environment.
- Must have excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills.
- Must lead by example and have a proven record of excellence in attendance, dependability and safety.
- Must be self-motivated, well organized, flexible and able to handle the pressure of a high-volume operation.
- Computer literacy is required with a familiarity of MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
- A minimum of two (2) years' manufacturing and/or distribution experience is preferred.
- Demonstrate understanding of Lean and Six Sigma concepts and techniques.
- Level four (4) trained preferred.
- Demonstrate understanding of root cause and corrective action tools/methods.
- Experience with SAP/RF/Operations preferred.
BenefitsAs a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:
- 401k with up to a 5% company match
- Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
- Comprehensive paid time off - minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
- Paid short-and long-term disability programs
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
- This position is also eligible for a holiday gift
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