Company Description

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. It employs roughly 402,000 associates worldwide (as of December 31, 2017). The company generated sales of $88.2 billion in 2017. Its operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology.

As part of the Mobilitity Solutions division, the Florence KY plant is one of the world's leading automotive steering supplier locations. Robert Bosch Automotive Steering LLC is growing in the market and continues to innovate and develop new products to meet customer needs.

Job Description

Job Description
The manufacturing process engineering position will be responsible for day-to-day manufacturing activities and problem solving. This position will be responsible for ensuring targets are met in regard to safety, quality, cost and delivery by reducing internal defect costs, improving cycle time, OEE, and process improvements for their designated area. This role is responsible for collaboration with other functions such as Maintenance, Operations, Quality, Finance Controlling, and Logistics to ensure established targets are being met.

• Identify, analyze and implement improvements in cost, quality, safety and delivery.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing principles in existing processes.
• Contribute knowledge of manufacturing processes to Design for Manufacturability activities.
• Develop/maintain APQP documents such as PFMEA, control plan and flow charts, etc.
• Develop and maintain process documentation such as Set-up Instructions and Work Instructions.
• Root cause analysis and correction actions implementation
• Lead/provide input for the specification, design, build and launch of new processes.
• Lead/participate in procurement, installation, and runoff of new equipment.
• Lead and/or participate in implementing Engineering Change Requests
• Analyze existing and future production capacity requirements.
• Incorporate needs of Production into project and process activities.
• Develop Preventive Maintenance and spare parts plan for equipment.
• Provide and maintain project timelines and budgets.
• Develop engineering practices and procedures to improve existing systems.
• Support continuous improvement activities to improve safety, quality, and productivity.
• Coordinate with maintenance to evaluate technician training gaps/recommended training.
• Conduct regular audits (Quality- LPA, Workstation, 5S, Operator, etc.)

Qualifications

University Degree

Bachelors - Mechanical/Electromechanical Engineering; Material Science, or related discipline

Experience

• 3 Years’ experience as Engineer (assembly line background a positive)
• Ability to lead and implement project (new, change requests, etc.)
• Familiar with Lean and Agile principals, adaptability, and flexibility
• Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Other degree and experience levels can be considered based on background

Additional Information

The Benefits of Bosch
In addition to competitive wages, all employees of Bosch Automotive are eligible for the following:

• Comprehensive Time Away from Work Program
• Full Medical Package - Medical, Dental, Vision (EFFECTIVE DAY 1)
• 401k with Company Match
• Continuing Education Opportunities (KY FAME, Tuition Reimbursement)
• Strong Employee Development Opportunities

Robert Bosch Automotive Steering, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.