Company Description
Creative Liquid Coatings is a leader in liquid coatings, plastics injection molding, and automated paint finishing. With 25 years of expertise, the company operates 40 advanced injection molding machines ranging from 100 tons to 3600 tons and versatile paint lines that accommodate parts up to 10 feet long, including full-sized Corvette hoods. Headquartered in Auburn, IN, our team of over 650 employees is committed to delivering exceptional value and quality solutions to our clients across industries.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site Automotive Engineer role based in Kendallville, IN. The Automotive Engineer will focus on developing, testing, and optimizing automotive systems and components. Daily responsibilities include analyzing technical specifications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product integrity, working on advanced automotive engineering technologies, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives for both design and manufacturing processes.
Roles and Responsibilities
• Responsible for achieving new program assembly KPI (eg, OEE, Attainment, Downtime, Scrap) assigned at Award of Business to ensure Manufacturing can achieve KPIs in serial production
• Responsible for creating and updating APQP deliverables, including but not limited to, BOM, process flow, PFMEA, WIP & FG packaging, internal and external part labels, work cell layout, PFEP, assembly/secondary equipment home line integration into the plant, packaging purchase request submission, packaging instructions, work instructions for mold and assembly, and capacity for mold and assembly.
• Support for additional APQP deliverables, including but not limited to, sample part runs, floor space approval, DVP&R, verify parts will meet specifications, assembly/secondary tooling procurement/design review/equipment kick off, assembly/secondary tooling and equipment sign off at suppliers, pre-production builds, operator training, capability studies, internal run at rates, and lessons learned
• Conduct/Participate in continuous improvements on existing equipment, documenting findings, providing recommendations for improvement, create ROIs, and work closely with stakeholders to implement action plans.
• Conduct/Participate in root cause analysis of quality issues and identifying potential areas for improvement.
• Lead and develop projects related to the assembly process, including identifying areas for improvement, and implementing changes to increase efficiency and quality.
• Stay current on industry trends and advancements in automotive assembly technology to improve the efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness of the assembly process by attending events, conducting research, benchmarking, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Travel as requested by company or customer
• Preform other related duties as assigned by management
Skill and Education Requirements
· Excellent problem-solving abilities.
· Familiarity with Quality Systems.
· Understand manufacturing processes.
· Provide technical support on all product assigned Program launches.
· Excellent knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and tooling.
· Familiarity with MS Office suite, databases, spreadsheets, word processing, and program timelines.
· Ability to read blueprints.
· Ability to interact with all levels of employees in the organization.
· Ability to plan and execute Launch activities within the Plant.
· Ability to lead cross functional teams toward success.
· Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
· Ability to clearly write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
· Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
· Ability to negotiate toward a preferred solution.
· Travel as requested by the company and customer.
