Entry Level Process Control Engineer Jobs in Mississippi

Location(s): Canton, MS

Job Schedule: Full-time

Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree

Sponsorship: No

Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for an Industrial Engineer 2 ECL to join our team in Canton, MS. Provides engineering support for the development, production, and quality of new and current manufactured vehicles within assigned area at NNA manufacturing plants. Communicates with suppliers, manufacturing plants, and other Nissan affiliates to propose and implement countermeasures for quality, manufacturing, and field concerns within assigned area. Assists manufacturing plants and suppliers in identifying cost saving methods while improving quality.

A Day in the Life:

The responsibilities listed are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties for this role. Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed, to support business objectives.

• Create and maintain internal documents for labor and processes related to Internal Logistics.

• Identify; Lead; and Implement continuous improvement projects.

• Interact with manufacturing; material handling; engineering; and packaging to develop Material Flow requirements for Current production and New Model launches.

• Design workstation layouts that offer most efficient work-cycle for operators in manufacturing; sequencing; and kitting areas.

• Lead; mentor; and develop junior engineers.

• Ability to evaluate dock utilization; calculate cubic storage space requirements; determine inventory requirements for JIT system; and design efficient material handling routes.

• Ability to evaluate current labor needs and calculate future labor needs within supply chain functions.

• Recommend Material Flow equipment: forklifts; tuggers; AGV; and automated solutions.

• Update project schedules; internal KPI data; and global KPI data.

• Use experience and knowledge to support production area with problem identification; root cause analysis; and countermeasure development.

• Manage supplier quality by reviewing manufacturing processes, addressing recurring issues, implementing permanent countermeasures, and evaluating supplier performance.

• Develop and maintain manufacturing process documentation, determine optimal equipment, conduct audits, and lead cost studies to support efficient production.

• Analyze quality and warranty data to identify root causes, drive corrective actions, and ensure successful implementation of solutions.

• Support new model launches and engineering trials by evaluating design changes, coordinating with engineering teams, and improving tooling, materials, and processes.

• Troubleshoot production, tooling, and quality concerns; recommend and implement improvements, monitor process controls, and drive continuous quality and operational enhancements.

Who We're Looking for:

Required:

• Education:
  A four-year degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology or Engineering Technology.

• Experience:
  Two to three years of related experience at a professional level.

• Job Knowledge and Skill:
  Must meet requirements for MR1 level or possess equivalent experience. Basic knowledge of assigned areas; process equipment and flow knowledge. Excellent verbal, written communication, and problem solving skills. Working knowledge of quality control assessment such as statistical process control. Ability to understand part, sub-assembly or system dimensional layouts.

• Ability to perform work onsite at Canton, MS.

• Travel:
  Occasional day or overnight travel, including international travel. Extended travel may be required if assigned to new programs.

What You'll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities:Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.

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