Manufacturing Process Engineer

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Support Manufacturing Process Engineering activity for Axle Carrier Machining Manufacturing. Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity. Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products. Develop action plans as required to investigate and prioritize quality concerns and verify corrective actions on internal processes and supplier processes. Lead and conduct process audits to ensure process discipline is consistent with Powertrain Operations guidelines. Conduct job ergonomic evaluations and deliver corrective actions as required. Analyze carrier inventory root causes; engage in mapping and corrective actions to reduce carrier rejects. Create process and instruction sheets supporting quality methods and processes. Deliver capable processes and tools for Carrier Machining operations. Lead role in resolving machining related concerns. Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices. Ensure compliance to Plant, Corporate, Governmental and Environmental standards. Support ISO 14001 compliance and support internal ISO auditing and compliance as required. Support continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity in the Carrier Machining Area. Identify throughput constraints and drive root cause improvements.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience
• 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem solving skills
• Lean Tools – 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping
• DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology experience
• TQM and Kaizen Methods
• FMEA, PPAP, and DOEs experience
• Visual Factory Management
• Ergonomic analysis knowledge and experience

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sterling Heights, MI.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $42.30 - $46.53/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Sterling Heights, MI.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Dec 23, 2025.

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