Ci Project Engineer

Pella Corporation
CI Project Engineer
Tucson, AZPella Corporation, a premier manufacturer of windows and doors, is seeking a motivated CI Project Engineer for our Vinyl Operations located in Tucson, AZ. Be a part of our high energy, fast-paced team with significant opportunities for growth. Pella Corporation is ranked 44th on Fortune magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" list and is privately owned and professionally managed. Our company is built upon trust, integrity, and respect for the individual. Come join the team!The Project/Process Engineer, in addition to all other required duties as Project/Process Engineer, will be responsible for the development, improvement and implementation of products, processes and/or equipment to achieve corporate, divisional and department objectives. In most cases, performs these responsibilities while working within an engineering team. Has a good understanding of engineering practices and manufacturing processes.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Responsible for the identification, development and implementation of programs, policies and procedures which support total customer satisfaction, both internally and externally, where applicable in relation to this position.Responsible for the design of safe products, processes and/or equipment. Ensures that ergonomics are considered in all areas of design and that potential safety and health hazard are designed out of the project.Conceives, develops and implements projects to improve total productivity in support of the plant objectives. Participates in or directs activities to improve products, processes and/or equipment through application of Kaizen techniques, including Product/Process Preparation events.Assists in the planning and may lead the introduction of new products and major product changes while achieving the planned schedule, cost and quality. Successfully completes the corporate engineering responsibilities as outlined in the Pella Product/Process Preparation manual.Provides engineering support to Continuous Improvement through the active participation in various Kaizen events (shop floor, business process, and/or product/process preparation). Enthusiastically participates on Kaizen teams and will in many cases lead the team activities.Responsible for generating ideas based on current or new technology. Adapts new materials, processes or equipment to improve the value of Pella products and applies them through the plant (and division as required).Responsible for organizing, planning and executing projects on schedule and within budget. Also encourages and facilitates the effective performance of the entire plant team.Responsible for the effective communication of engineering information among team members, all divisions involved in the implementation of a project or program and the engineering team manager. Also responsible for active participation in team meetings to facilitate the execution of projects.Responsible for maintaining and improving his/her technical and project management skills through training programs offered in-house, through involvement with engineering professional societies and through other educational opportunities.Responsible for special projects as assigned by the Sr. Engineer and Plant Manager. These may include (but are not limited to) systems improvements, implementation of new technology and special committees of either short or ongoing nature. Takes advantage of these opportunities for personal development and travels when necessary to fulfill the requirements of the position.Supervisory Responsibilities:
May be required to supervise a group of employees. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Requires supervision of team members assigned in a manner that accomplishes plant objectives. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.Pella Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pre-Offer background check and post-offer drug screen required.
REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or Experience:
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Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Language Skills:Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.Mathematical Skills:Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.Reasoning Abilitiy:Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.Computer Skills:AutoCAD, Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:None required.Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.