Process Engineering Manager at Knowles Corporation

Liberty, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Feb, 26

Salary

140000.0

Posted On

23 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Process Engineering, Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control, Root Cause Analysis, New Product Introduction, Design for Manufacturability, Continuous Improvement, Analytical Skills, Microsoft Office, Communication Skills, Team Leadership, Problem Solving, Capital Expenditure Evaluation, Compliance, Safety Management

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Process Engineering Manager Department: Manufacturing Management Employment Type: Full Time Location: Liberty, SC Reporting To: Plant Manager Compensation: $110,000 - $140,000 / year Description The Process Engineering Manager is a key member of the Knowles, Cornell Dubilier site leadership team. This role builds and leads the Process Engineering function that delivers safe, stable, capable, and scalable manufacturing processes. You will own process strategy, talent development, and the deployment of rigorous engineering methods that improve safety, quality, delivery, cost and innovation across the factory. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Develop and manage a high‑performing organization of Engineers and Technicians; set vision, standards, and career paths. Establish an engineering operating system with clear cadences, gemba presence, and action‑oriented problem solving. Create visibility to critical metrics (project funnel/status, Cp/Cpk, FPY, OEE, yield/scrap, DPPM, on‑time NPI, cost savings) and drive accountability to targets. Process Engineering & Control Define and maintain process control plans, PFMEAs, work instructions, and standard work to ensure process capability and stability. Deploy statistical process control (SPC) and advanced analytics to monitor health, detect drift, and trigger corrective actions. Lead structured root‑cause and corrective action (8D, A3, 5‑Why) for process excursions and customer/internal escapes. New Product Introduction (NPI) & Design Transfer Participate in cross‑functional design reviews to ensure Design for Manufacturability/Assembly/Cost (DFM/A/DFC) and robust process capability requirements. Own process development and production qualification plans for new equipment and processes (e.g., URS, FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ/PQ), including AS9145/APQP deliverables as applicable. Partner with Product Engineering, Quality, and Operations to achieve predictable ramp, repeatability, and capacity readiness. Continuous Improvement & Lean Build an improvement portfolio aligned to site strategy; prioritize high‑impact kaizen and DMAIC projects with Operations and Quality. Standardize problem‑solving, visual management, and line‑balance/time studies to remove waste and improve flow. Capital & Technology Enablement Evaluate, prioritize, and justify capital expenditures with robust business cases; lead vendor selection, installation, and release to production. Advance digital/automation capabilities (MES/SPC systems, advanced Excel; Minitab/JMP or similar) to elevate process insight and decision making. Financials, Compliance & Safety Achieve financial objectives (productivity, cost reduction, budget adherence) for area of responsibility. Ensure compliance with AS9100/AS9145, APQP/PPAP where required, and applicable ITAR/export‑control requirements. Apply knowledge of relevant MIL‑STDs and customer specifications; support internal/external audits. Champion EHS best practices and ergonomic/ESD controls within the production environment. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, Industrial, or related). 10+ years progressive experience in Process Engineering, Product Engineering, or Operations within electronics components, semiconductor, or similar high‑reliability manufacturing. Proven experience managing multiple direct reports and building technical teams. Demonstrated project management capability (charter through sustainment); track record of delivering measurable improvements. Hands‑on deployment of Lean/Six Sigma methods; expert use of DOE, SPC, MSA/Gage R&R, PFMEA, Control Plans, and 8D problem solving. Strong analytical skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office (advanced Excel) and statistical tools (e.g., Minitab/JMP). Excellent written and verbal communication; able to influence across Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Leadership. Detail‑oriented, systems thinker with urgency for action and a focus on the customer. Preferred: MS or MBA degree. PMP and/or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification. Experience with AS9100, AS9145, APQP/PPAP, and familiarity with ITAR requirements. Working knowledge of MIL‑STDs relevant to high‑reliability electronic components. Exposure to MES/SPC software, automation/robotics integration, and advanced data analysis/visualization (Power Query/Power BI, SQL basics). Success Measures (first 12–18 months) ≥ X% improvement in FPY/OEE and sustained Cp/Cpk at or above specification across top critical processes. On‑time completion of the NPI/process qualification roadmap with zero late gate exits. Delivery of an annualized cost‑savings and waste‑reduction plan meeting or exceeding target. Team engagement, retention, and development metrics trending positively; built bench strength and documented standards/workflows. Work Environment Primarily on‑site in a manufacturing environment with regular time on the production floor. Occasional travel to suppliers, other sites, and customers (

Responsibilities

The Process Engineering Manager leads the Process Engineering function to ensure safe, stable, capable, and scalable manufacturing processes. This role involves developing a high-performing team and implementing rigorous engineering methods to enhance safety, quality, delivery, cost, and innovation.