Job Description Summary
The Ceramic Matrix Composites, CMC Process Engineer - Forming Process will own all aspects of the layup/tooling process(es) and drive the strategic management of process improvements, stability and growth of plycut/layup/tooling process(es) for ceramic matrix composites.
Job Description
- Equipment - specification, qualifications, technical owner, TPM implementation
- Serve as plant focal for layup/tooling for process of responsibility
- APQP process owner for assigned area of responsibility
- Consumable identification/management, vendor management, yield improvements
- Layup/Forming concepts development and industrialization that includes but not limited to breather and ply shapes
- Effective Material Utilization - optimized nesting of plies and ply shapes
- Process Improvements/Industrialization for existing and NPI processes
- Yield Improvement Projects - equipment, processes and tooling design
- Management of Change - process optimization and presenting/defending merits of the change
- Training and Empowering of Technicians - supporting the team environment
- Consumable selection and min-max planning
- OEE - Overall Equipment Effectiveness
- PFMEA RPN reduction projects
- Driving root cause/corrective action (RCCA)
- Support lean activities with a Six Sigma mindset
- Structured problem solving using lean methodology
- Drive APQP, NPI and MOC Activities in support of new and existing programs within assigned functional area. This includes coordinating activities between external and internal stakeholders
- Accountable for driving projects to ensure effective industrialization, lean, yield, cost, cycle & production improvements.
- Work boundlessly within the organization (design, quality, materials) and the PE Team to ensure that policies and procedures are consistent
- Articulate progression of projects and/or programs to all facets of the business, including technicians, process engineers, site leadership & executive business leaders, ensuring efforts support business goals & objectives.
- Performs other duties as assigned/as needed to support 24x7 manufacturing processes.
- Work to ensure consistent and timely communication between the different functions in the IPT, both internal and external to Asheville
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Qualifications / Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years experience in manufacturing engineering)
Desired Characteristics
- Ceramic engineering, materials science, or mechanical engineering degree preferred
- Background in Composite (Polymer Matrix Composites and/or Ceramic Matrix Composites) processes, methods, design and/or manufacturing
- Ability to adapt to business needs & flexibility in changing priorities
- Strong mathematical, analytical, communication (written / oral) & presentation skills
- Proven history of sense of urgency in supporting production needs
- Proven track record of effective training & mentoring of others
- Strong acumen in cross functional communications & engagement
- LEAN manufacturing experience & passion
- Demonstrated experience in complex shapes / structure design, layup
- Proficiency in AutoCad and/or CAD/CAM/CAE such as Siemens NX
- Demonstrated ability to read engineering drawings / specifications and translate to manufacturing systems, programing and process development
- Willingness to work off-shift, respond to off-hours / on call / as needed in order to respond to equipment / process breakdown, issues, to minimize production disruption and ensure maximum equipment and process effectiveness..
- Knowledge of safety agency regulations, ISO and/or quality procedures
- Experience working cohesively with Certifying Agents, Controlled Title Holders and/or Leadership teams
- Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
- Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
- Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
- Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
- Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes