Process Engineer

This position will support our Lawrenceburg, KY facility.

Reporting to the Manager of Engineering, the position holder will exhibit energetic project management of process improvements that impact the bottom line in an exciting, challenging and performance driven organization.

• Demonstrate safety leadership and advance our Zero & Beyond safety culture.
• Share expertise through training and leading others in the use of best practices.
• Generate and evaluate the risk / reward priority of improvement opportunities. Be an advocate for Lean Sigma thinking.
• Achieve results and ensure sustainment of controls.
• Lead and influence teams of diverse individuals at various levels within the organization.
• Improve yield, efficiency and capacity of processes in accordance with strategic business objectives.
• Develop, document, implement and sustain manufacturing processes and products using appropriate data and statistical tools.
• Baseline understanding and utilization of control systems and instrumentation used to improve process capabilities.
• Specification, procurement and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment and instrumentation, including capital cost justification and related documentation.
• Maintain presence on the shop floor and provide hands on troubleshooting of manufacturing processes and equipment to drive root cause analysis and corrective action.
• Maintain performance specifications and bills of material for all current products.
• Perform Lean Facilitator duties as required to implement and sustain lean initiatives throughout your area of responsibility.

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Job Requirements

• The ideal candidate will have an Engineering degree, a minimum of 5 years’ experience (or 2 years’ wire & cable experience preferred), and a proven track record of results in the design, re-design, installation, operation and maintenance of manufacturing processes and equipment utilized in a continuous operation.
• Other technical degrees considered when supported with applicable experience.
• A results driven individual with a proven track record in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong project management abilities.
• Proven ability to use DOE and SPC techniques (SixSigma GreenBelt/BlackBelt experience is a plus). Pursuit of a GCC GreenBelt certification is required during year 1 or 2.
• Able to manage and execute multiple, complex tasks and deal easily with pressure on a daily basis.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible work schedule to support facility that runs 24 hrs. a day, 7 days week.

General Cable Corporation is an equal opportunity employer Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran and a drug free workplace. We exercise high ethical standards and are committed to complying with all laws in the jurisdictions where we conduct business. Our internal policies and procedures support this commitment.

Associate Accountability Statement : Each associate is required to demonstrate personal commitment to the standards set forth in The General Cable Code of Ethics and Compliance Guidelines, use sound judgment in maintaining appropriate compliance procedures in carrying out their duties and operating within the core values of the company with honesty, in compliance with laws and with high ethical standards.

Reasonable Accommodation

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If you feel you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with General Cable, please contact the Human Resources Department at (859) 572-8000.

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