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Full-time
high school, associate degree
Health Insurance, 401k Savings, Annual Bonus Potential, Paid Time Off, Professional Development Opportunities, Company-sponsored Wellness Programs
Posted 34d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The specialist supports fabrication and assembly activities by identifying process issues, performing root cause analysis, and implementing improvement initiatives. They are responsible for developing procedures, designing fixtures, and managing technical documentation to enhance productivity and quality.
Requirements
Candidates should have a high school diploma (associate degree preferred) and 2-4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Technical proficiency in CNC programming, reading schematics, and knowledge of ISO 9000 quality systems is required.
Full job description
Powell is a manufacturer of switchgear and other electrical equipment. We are currently hiring a Process Improvement Specialist at our Southeast Houston manufacturing facility.
Position Summary
As a Process Improvement Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting fab or assembly activities.
Essential Responsibilities
Support fab or assembly activities such as productivity, quality, and execution of fabrication or assembly processes.
Improvement initiatives assigned to fabrication or assembly operation processes.
Initiatives as assigned by Manufacturing Engineering.
Daily responsibilities:
Product Consulting – Identify issues with processes and fixtures, perform root cause analysis, propose solutions and sustainment plan(s) and advise ME and leadership of findings and recommended solutions.
Support leadership and ME with the production of fabricated steel parts. (fabrication only)
Support the fabrication or assembly kitting processes.
Support operations effort with research and development of procedures, fixtures, tooling, equipment strategies, and developmental training of employees.
Administrative programming.
Support Part flow through applicable fabrication or assembly processes.
Assist with equipment and/or systems troubleshooting.
Order Parts and perform spot-buys through the ERP (EBS & MES).
Update or compose JHA’s.
Update or compose operating procedures for applicable fabrication or assembly processes.
Setup training courses in the Powell Training Data Base.
Update or compose training documents for applicable fabrication or assembly processes.
Support the shop employees, shop leadership, and applicable ME with the continuous improvement process of tooling, fixture design, build, process, and programming.
Support the shop employees, shop leadership, and applicable ME with programs, processes, and maintenance.
Support the applicable ME with the creation and maintenance of DMR’s and drawing changes.
Monitor any applicable maintenance with outside suppliers.
Lead projects in support of fabrication or assembly.
Evaluate tool crib and tool management processes. (assembly only)
Issue employee stamps.
Minimum Qualifications
You must be an organized, self-starter with above average problem solving ability. Also, you must be able to work alone and unsupervised while under intense pressure from Production customers. Most importantly, you must be able to work as part of a multi-cultural, multi-disciplined team while achieving your highest potential performance.
High School Diploma or general education diploma; Associates degree preferred
2-4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.
Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements
Weld credentials (fabrication only)
Knowledge of practical or documented understanding of weld equipment.
Demonstrate the ability to program and troubleshoot automated and robotic equipment.
Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics, and mechanical drawings.
Knowledge of ISO 9000 Quality system.
Experience with PCs and Windows software.
Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.
CNC Programming for the following machines: Amada Turrets, Laser cutting machines, Cincinnati Press Brakes, EVO, KOIKE, EHRT, Franklin, Bradbury Rollformer, Pivatic (fabrication only)
More Information
This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
In our 75+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications!
Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.
Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment.
EOE Protected Veterans/Disability
If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact 713.378.2685. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1947
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
LinkedIn followers
47,544
Total funding
$2M
Powell is hiring! - Powell is dedicated to improving people’s lives by providing reliable power distribution systems in every market we serve. From industrial to renewables we play a part in providing communities across the globe access to electricity, Powell takes pride in listening to our customers, understanding their needs, and proposing innovative and cost-efficient solutions. As a global manufacturer, we utilize our Core Values: Customer First, Respect for our Employees, Continuous Improvement and “Can-Do” Attitude, to solve our customers’ toughest problems.
At Powell, we believe in being a partner to our customers by providing innovative engineered electrical power solutions and services. Our offerings include: low & medium voltage electrical distribution packages, electrical and valve servicing, and a wide number of automation systems to increase the overall safety of your system.
Be sure to follow us for updates & to visit our website for more information:
powellind.com
An Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability
Offices: 8550 Mosley Road, Houston, Texas 77075, US · 7232 Airport Blvd., Houston, TX 77061, US · 8967 Pleasantwood Ave. NW, North Canton, TX 44720, US · 515 Railroad Ave., Northlake, IL 60164, US · 10960 274 Street, Acheson, Alberta T7X 6P7, CA
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