Process Engineer

BE GREAT TOGETHER WITH US.

Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition: this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years.

With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide. The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), the production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania and Taiwan.

Our team in Haag, Switzerland is looking for you:

Process Engineer NPI - Machining

YOUR CHALLENGES

• Working collaboratively in project teams for the development and introduction of new parts, focusing on improving and refining the processes involved.
• Collaborating with project teams for the development and implementation of new parts, with a focus on enhancing and refining the processes involved.
• Conducting NPI feasibility checks, contributing expert insights to guide decision-making.
• Assisting in the definition of manufacturing processes for new parts with a goal to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Guiding the release of tool designs for new parts and taking responsibility for defining new processes for machines and/or parts related to NPI.
• Applying lean production principles to define and refine the process landscape, optimizing and documenting new part implementation processes at existing workstations.
• Verifying production processes to reduce operation times, considering all stages - from initial part production to end-of-line inspection.
• Providing necessary training and support to production employees on a global scale, ensuring they understand and can apply the skills required for new parts implementation.
• Coordinating with other locations for support as required, serving as a global lead to solve NPI related issues in remote plants.
• Leading problem-solving teams across the organization and implementing the 8D problem-solving methodology.
• Developing production processes in remote plants to ensure successful parts relocation.

YOUR COMPETENCIES

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and demonstrate strong communication skills, including proficiency in English, for effective cooperation with production and product management.
• Extensive experience in process analysis and optimization, particularly in the context of New Parts Introduction (NPI).
• Proficiency in production planning and scheduling, with a demonstrated ability to forecast, plan, and manage production schedules effectively.
• Strong understanding of supply chain operations and inventory management, with the ability to balance supply and demand efficiently.
• Proven ability to apply lean manufacturing principles to optimize production planning processes.
• Projects management experience, particularly in the domain of change management.
• Strong analytical skills, an enjoyment of working on strategic issues, solution-oriented with a hands-on mentality.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Proficiency in German and English.

Interested? Then we look forward receiving your online application.

You can expect a dynamic and successful company where innovation, courage, fairness, openness and transparency are encouraged and your ideas are welcome. We offer flexible options for hybrid working. Your development according to your strengths and aspirations in your career is of great importance to us.

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