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Manufacturing Process Engineer -- CNC & APQP Focus
Manufacturing Process Engineer -- CNC & APQP FocusGKN Automotive • Mebane, NC, US
Manufacturing Process Engineer CNC & APQP Focus

Manufacturing Process Engineer CNC & APQP Focus

GKN Automotive • Mebane, NC, US
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

A day in the life

You start on the shop floor, checking FTF measurement dashboards and walking machining cells to spot waste. A CNC program tweak here, a fixture refinement there—then it’s back to your desk to finalize a PPAP pack and align timing, costs, and budgets for a small process change. After lunch, you sit with product design to simplify a feature for manufacturability, run a quick 5 Why on an inspection finding, and share a lean tip with a teammate. You close out by confirming safety, health, and environmental measures are on point and that suppliers are ready for tomorrow’s trials.

About GKN Automotive

We’re a global driveline leader partnering with over 90% of the world’s automakers. Our mission is to advance mobility with engineering excellence and cutting-edge technology.

What you’ll do

  • Design, refine, and stabilize manufacturing systems and equipment for efficiency and quality.
  • Own FTF measurement reviews and support PPAP documentation through submission and approval.
  • Collaborate with product design to improve manufacturability and reduce cost.
  • Lead inspections, interpret results, and recommend engineering improvements.
  • Analyze process data to optimize flow, cut waste, and elevate performance.
  • Coordinate suppliers / subcontractors and manage small-scale projects, including schedule, cost, and budget.
  • Champion safety, health, and environmental compliance across operations.
  • Share know-how and promote continuous learning across the team.

What you bring Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.
  • 5–6 years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering.
  • Solid foundation in design, development, and specification.
  • Proven experience with project scheduling, costing, and budgeting.

    • Preferred

  • Hands-on CNC and machining process background.
  • Lean manufacturing expertise and change management capability.
  • Strong data analysis and process optimization skills.
  • Supplier and subcontractor coordination experience.

    • Methods & toolset

  • GD&T
  • Project Management
  • 5 Why (Root Cause Analysis)
  • Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
  • Mechanical Design & Engineering
  • Lean Manufacturing Principles
  • Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
  • PPAP Process Experience

    • Our values in action

  • Ingenuity : Make smart choices and improve every day.
  • Collaboration : Build strong partnerships and share knowledge.
  • Principled Leadership : Lead with integrity and accountability.
  • Drive : Innovate with focus and deliver results.
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