Senior Process Engineer, Seats Production
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Job Location:
Warsaw, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
ABOUT SLATE
At Slate were building safe reliable vehicles that people can afford personalize and loveand doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate because people should have control over how their trucks look feel and represent them.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
The Senior Process Engineer of Seats Production is responsible for analyzing designing and improving manufacturing processes to maximize efficiency quality safety and cost performance. This role applies industrial engineering principles to optimize labor material flow equipment utilization and production systems while supporting new product launches capacity expansion and continuous improvement initiatives. Works closely with manufacturing quality supply chain and automation teams to drive data-based decisions and deliver sustainable operational improvements.
WHAT YOU GET TO DO:
Process Design & Optimization
Develop and improve manufacturing processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Conduct time studies work measurement and line balancing.
Implement lean manufacturing principles (Kaizen 5S SMED).
Layout & Material Flow
Design plant layouts workstation ergonomics and material flow.
Optimize logistics within the plant (kanban systems material handling).
Ensure space utilization and smooth workflow.
Capacity Planning & Resource Management
Analyze production capacity time study and forecast requirements.
Plan manpower machines and tooling for new and existing programs.
Support capital investment decisions for equipment.
Cost Analysis & Continuous Improvement
Perform cost analysis for processes and suggest improvements.
Drive continuous improvement projects to reduce waste and increase productivity.
Monitor KPIs like cycle time OEE and scrap rates.
Quality & Safety Integration
Ensure processes comply with quality standards.
Integrate ergonomics and safety into process design.
Support root cause analysis for process-related defects.
New Program Support
Participate in DFM/A (Design for Manufacturing/Assembly) reviews.
Support launch readiness by validating process capability.
Prepare Process FMEA work instructions and standard operating procedures.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM:
Education & Experience
12 years related automotive manufacturing experience with Bachelors degree 8 years with Masters degree 5 years with PhD or equivalent experience
Experience with lean manufacturing Six Sigma and ERP systems.
Automotive OEM experience preferred.
Experience with Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing.
Skills
Proven leadership skills and ability to manage cross-functional teams.
Strong knowledge of trim line processes and automotive interior components.
Excellent problem-solving communication and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production planning software
Working Conditions
Manufacturing plant environment
Exposure to moving machinery and industrial noise
May require shift work (days nights weekends)
WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE
At Slate were fueled by grit determination and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence innovation and mutual respect and is motivated by shared principles.
Safety First
Delight Customers
One Team
Relentless Improvement
Fast Frugal and Scrappy
Respectful Collaboration
Positive Legacy
WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.
Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status marital status parental status cultural background organizational level work styles tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Distributed Control Systems
- Continuous Improvement
- Process Improvement
- Minitab
- Root cause Analysis
- Tooling
- Statistical Software
- Process Engineering
- cGMP
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Public Speaking
- Manufacturing
