Principal Manufacturing Engineer
On-siteDalton, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Lead strategic engineering direction for the Kraft Drive manufacturing campus, driving process optimization, automation, and capital project execution while establishing standards for safety, quality, and reliability. Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Production, and Quality to develop long-term engineering strategies that improve productivity and reduce costs. Execute complex initiatives optimizing flooring manufacturing processes, equipment performance, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), while leading planning, design, and validation of capital improvements from concept through implementation. Conduct root cause analysis to eliminate recurring issues and drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and World Class Manufacturing methodologies. Collaborate cross-functionally to support new product introductions and implement best practices across operations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Industrial Engineering or related field
- 10 to 12 years of progressive engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
- significant experience in process optimization, automation, and capital project execution
- Demonstrated experience leading complex engineering initiatives and cross functional projects within a manufacturing operation
- Strong knowledge of continuous manufacturing process, process improvement methodologies, and manufacturing systems
- Proven ability to lead large-scale capital projects from concept to implementation
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and project management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- ability to influence cross functional teams and senior leadership
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Proven track record leading complex automation or controls projects
- Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment, including exposure to noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures
- Occasional lifting, climbing, and extended periods of standing or walking
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree in Engineering or related discipline
- Experience in flooring, textiles, building products, or other continuous manufacturing industries
- Experience implementing World Class Manufacturing (WCM), Lean Manufacturing, or equivalent operational excellence systems
- Six Sigma Black Belt certification
- Certified Automation Professional (CAP), Project Management Professional (PMP), or similar professional certification
- Proficient with Microsoft Project or other project management tools
- Experience in CAMs, and/or SAP
- Fluent in Management of Change (MOC) process
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