Program Engineer

Job Summary

GENERAL PURPOSE

The Program Engineer will be responsible for planning, scheduling, coordination and implementation of Vistech programs and key projects. They will be focused on improving the safety, quality and efficiency of our manufacturing processes and serves as a key contact to ensure program requirements are met across all Vistech Plants.

DUTIES

The Program Engineer's duties will include but are not limited to:

• Participates in the implementation of new programs/projects.
• Directs and coordinates tool manufacturers to determine appropriate equipment and specifications
• Develops standards for new business; Process, Labor Content, Part Presentation, Material Handling Devices, Packaging, etc….
• Project coordination for trials and prototype builds.
• Analyzes and evaluates production efficiencies including but not limited to: scrap generation, identifying ways to reduce scrap and ensuring product quality standards.
• Responsible for program tooling and equipment, including concept, design, build, and launch activities. Tracks, manages and reports all tool build timing and progress throughout the program.
• Responsible for tooling run-off activities, in-plant installation and training plant staff on new tooling.
• Supports commercial activities regarding process concept, tooling/equipment costing, and customer technical reviews.

Qualifications

In order to be considered for this position, the candidate will possess the following skills/experience/education:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience in an automotive manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods.
• Knowledge APQP and PPAP systems.
• Must be a team player and work well with others in process development, corrective action and problem solving.
• Full working knowledge of and committed to continuous improvement principles.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple activities simultaneously and successfully function in a cross functional manufacturing environment
• CAD & MS Office Skills
• Ability to travel internationally up to 30%

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person