Skier’s Choice is the proud manufacturer of Supra and Moomba performance inboard wakeboard and waterski towboats. Skier’s Choice is a privately held company located in the heart of boating country in Maryville, Tennessee. Skier’s Choice products are manufactured to deliver high value, class leading innovation, industry leading satisfaction and a premium customer experience. Our products are manufactured to stringent standards in a lean manufacturing facility dedicated to making a positive impact in our community and a minimum impact on the environment.
Skier’s Choice is searching for an experienced Process Improvement Engineer to join their Quality Assurance Team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As part of our Continuous Improvement team, you would analyze data, make observations, engage operators, and help implement plans for waste elimination and production process optimization. This will include seeking out new ways to maximize efficiencies, work safer, and reduce fatigue to improve our manufacturing processes.
The Process Improvement Engineer works on process improvement, production capabilities, and automation projects, both as a team member and team leader, interacting with all stakeholders to understand and develop processes that integrate new and existing technology and automation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university and 3+ years’ relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Lean Systems or Six Sigma Certified
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills and a willingness to take on new challenges.
• Experience with systems integration in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience designing equipment, fixtures, and jigs in support of a production line with proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Must possess Project Management skills; Contract Administration skills; National codes and standards interpretation skills.
• Strong knowledge of process controls and automation principles.
• Knowledge of installation and construction project management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software and Word processing software, other Microsoft Suite products.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.
• Ability to work well with others.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review current production processes and make recommendations to improve efficiency and ergonomics. To include process changes, new and existing equipment/technology, and automation.
• Identify and eliminate waste.
• Facilitate Kaizen events.
• Conduct engineering planning, design, and operational studies and propose new initiatives.
• Conduct manufacturing capability studies for new product launches.
• Conduct time studies to benchmark and validate improvements.
• Develop preliminary engineering designs, and device specifications.
• Integrate new equipment and automation into existing manufacturing processes.
• Provide startup support and training for new equipment and automation.
• Coordinate and provide direction to equipment vendors to plan layouts, meet utilities requirements and maintain installation schedules.
• Assist plant personnel in troubleshooting and downtime situations.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but may act as a lead by providing training and guidance to others.
Job Type: Full-time