This position will provide comprehensive Manufacturing Engineering Management support to Proterra’s Site Leader and other site leadership team members. You will be responsible for the development and improvement of manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, quality and safety. This position will provide overall process design and suggesting measure for improvement of manufacturing, thereby increasing productivity and improving manufacturing costs.
About the Role – You will:
Accountable for safety, costs and quality targets for assigned areas.
Develop, evaluate and improve manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods and quality control standards.
Write clear, detailed job instructions.
Create and implement process control plans.
Lead 1st article manufacturing validation activity for design changes.
Work with Proterra Engineering to identify and correct product related issues on the line.
Utilize strong on-the-fly problem solving skills.
Analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements and workflow, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
Have a strong voice for new product design for manufacturing.
Confer with vendors and engineering to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials or parts, and evaluate products according to specifications and quality standards.
Estimate production times, staffing requirements and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
Confer with management, engineering and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedule and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential needs.
Research and purchase manufacturing technology.
Will work in high paced manufacturing environment (i.e., exposure to ambient temperatures, chemical fumes, fiberglass, ability to work various shifts when needed, etc.)
Other duties as assigned by management.
About Our Group:
As strategic partners, the Manufacturing Engineering team strives to ensure that our values, culture and engagement always allow us do great things for our company.
We strive to provide the highest level service and support to our clients each and every day.
We work collaboratively to build strong relationships with our clients, partners, and own team.
We treat each other with respect……and always try to have a little fun every day!
This position will be part of the Greenville based Manufacturing Engineering team that supports Proterra’s Manufacturing and Engineering operations.
You will report to the Site Leader and collaborate with other Engineering team members located at our Headquarters in Burlingame, CA and manufacturing facilities in Los Angeles, CA and Greenville, SC.
About You:
Self-starter with the ability to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organization.
Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity.
Detail-oriented, resourceful and diligent.
Strong time management and organizational skills; must be able to work any shift as needed based on production needs.
Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
Excellent English communication skills.
Your Experience Includes:
5+ years’ experience in an automotive manufacturing environment or related environment.
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (mechanical, electrical or industrial).
Design for manufacturing experience; Process design and layout experience.
Expert level of understanding of lean manufacturing concepts.
Strong functional hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of GD&T, basic Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and electro-mechanical systems.
Knowledge of APQP, PFMEA, Process Flow, Control Plan and ISO/TS.
Proficient in Solidworks and MS applications.
Experience with power tools and measuring tools.
You might also have:
Green Belt or Black Belt certification
Travel: 0 - 10%
Location; City of Industry
Proterra is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all Employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance. Proterra participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify).
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
