Process Engineer Senior
Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.
We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.
Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com.
Job Summary
The Senior Process Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes focused on eliminating waste, increasing productivity, reducing costs, and improving product quality. This role also supports the resolution of technical issues related to High Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) processes while driving continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
- Develop and implement manufacturing process improvements to increase productivity and reduce waste.
- Optimize production flow through line balancing and process standardization.
- Support quality issue resolution and implement corrective and preventive improvements.
- Provide technical support for High Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) manufacturing processes.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop improvement plans based on data analysis.
- Promote and sustain 5S practices throughout the manufacturing area.
- Supervise personnel assigned to the area.
- Manage the area's spare parts budget.
Skills and Minimum Experience Required
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field, such as Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Logistics, or a similar discipline.
- 3-5 years of experience in Process Engineering or a related manufacturing role.
- Advanced English, with the ability to participate in technical discussions and deliver presentations.
- Hands-on experience with Lean Manufacturing methodologies, including:
- 5S
- Kaizen
- Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
- Standard Work
- Time Studies
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong data analysis skills.
- Excellent emotional intelligence, strategic influence, execution, innovation, decision-making, customer focus, and collaboration skills.
We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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