_{29th May, 2026}

Senior Process Engineer, Seats #1057880
Job Description:
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
The Senior Process Engineer of Seats Production is responsible for analyzing, designing, and improving manufacturing processes to maximize efficiency, quality, safety, and cost performance. This role applies industrial engineering principles to optimize labor, material flow, equipment utilization, and production systems while supporting new product launches, capacity expansion, and continuous improvement initiatives. Works closely with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and automation teams to drive data-based decisions and deliver sustainable operational improvements.
 
WHAT YOU GET TO DO:

• Process Design & Optimization
  • Develop and improve manufacturing processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Conduct time studies, work measurement, and line balancing.
  • Implement lean manufacturing principles (Kaizen, 5S, SMED).
• Layout & Material Flow
  • Design plant layouts, workstation ergonomics, and material flow.
  • Optimize logistics within the plant (kanban systems, material handling).
  • Ensure space utilization and smooth workflow.
• Capacity Planning & Resource Management
  • Analyze production capacity, time study, and forecast requirements.
  • Plan manpower, machines, and tooling for new and existing programs.
  • Support capital investment decisions for equipment.
• Cost Analysis & Continuous Improvement
  • Perform cost analysis for processes and suggest improvements.
  • Drive continuous improvement projects to reduce waste and increase productivity.
  • Monitor KPIs like cycle time, OEE, and scrap rates.
• Quality & Safety Integration
  • Ensure processes comply with quality standards.
  • Integrate ergonomics and safety into process design.
  • Support root cause analysis for process-related defects.
• New Program Support
  • Participate in DFM/A (Design for Manufacturing/Assembly) reviews.
  • Support launch readiness by validating process capability.
  • Prepare Process FMEA, work instructions and standard operating procedures.

 
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM:
 Education & Experience:

• 12+ years related automotive manufacturing experience with Bachelor's degree, 8 years with Master's degree, 5 years with PhD or equivalent experience
• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and ERP systems.
• Automotive OEM experience preferred.
• Experience with Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing.

Skills:

• Proven leadership skills and ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of trim line processes and automotive interior components.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production planning software

Working Conditions:

• Manufacturing plant environment
• Exposure to moving machinery and industrial noise
• May require shift work (days, nights, weekends)

 
Additional Info:
 
At FastTek Global, Our Purpose is Our People and Our Planet. We come to work each day and are reminded we are helping people find their success stories. Also, Doing the right thing is our mantra.  We act responsibly, give back to the communities we serve and have a little fun along the way.
We have been doing this with pride, dedication and plain, old-fashioned hard work for 24 years!
FastTek Global is financially strong, privately held company that is 100% consultant and client focused.
We've differentiated ourselves by being fast, flexible, creative and honest. Throw out everything you've heard, seen, or felt about every other IT Consulting company. We do unique things and we do them for Fortune 10, Fortune 500, and technology start-up companies.
Our benefits are second to none and thanks to our flexible benefit options you can choose the benefits you need or want, options include:
 

• Medical and Dental (FastTek pays majority of the medical program)
• Vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Program
• Long Term Disability (100% paid)
• Life Insurance (100% paid)
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar-for-dollar match

 
Plus, we have a lucrative employee referral program and an employee recognition culture.
FastTek Global was named one of the Top Work Places in Michigan by the Detroit Free Press in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023!
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AI & Hiring Disclosure
We use AI tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications and identifying potential matches. These tools are designed to promote efficiency, consistency, and fairness, and they are always used under human oversight.
All personal data collected is used solely for recruitment purposes, and you have the right to know, access, or request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal limits.
If AI will be used in a video interview, you'll be informed in advance and asked for your consent, with the option to opt out.
Our tools are regularly reviewed to detect potential bias and to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and our commitment to inclusive hiring.
To learn more or exercise your rights, please contact us at info@fasttek.com.
 
 

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