Process Engineer

Company Information

PACCAR is a Global Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.  
   
Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!  

Dynacraft Division

Dynacraft, a PACCAR Company, strives to be the premier supplier in product quality, on-time delivery, and pre-production support to PACCAR’s Kenworth and Peterbilt truck divisions and PACCAR Parts. The Dynacraft Process Engineer reports to the Continuous Improvement Manager and is responsible for assisting in the development of the strategic direction for the Plant in support of Dynacraft’s vision and goals as well as supporting the Truck Plants and Aftermarket Customer requirements. The Process Engineer role will be in McKinney Texas and is responsible for the study, analysis, development, and documentation of the plant assembly processes. The job also includes assistance with continuous improvement efforts focusing on departmental safety and quality improvement projects, ergonomic improvement projects, line balance optimization, and improvements in overall departmental efficiency.

Job Summary

Dynacraft, a PACCAR Company, strives to be the premier supplier in product quality, on-time delivery, and pre-production support to PACCAR’s Kenworth and Peterbilt truck divisions and PACCAR Parts. The Dynacraft Process Engineer reports to the Continuous Improvement Manager and is responsible for assisting in the development of the strategic direction for the Plant in support of Dynacraft’s vision and goals as well as supporting the Truck Plants and Aftermarket Customer requirements. The Process Engineer role will be in McKinney Texas and is responsible for the study, analysis, development, and documentation of the plant assembly processes. The job also includes assistance with continuous improvement efforts focusing on departmental safety and quality improvement projects, ergonomic improvement projects, line balance optimization, and improvements in overall departmental efficiency.

Job Responsibilities

• Study and analyze plant assembly processes with recommendations for improvement.


• Develop, document, and maintain plant assembly processes including JBS, SWI, OPL, Kaizen, and other process documents.


• Eliminate production/distribution roadblocks and audit processes against Standard Work.


• Monitor tooling/equipment fitness for use and track 8D progress and Root Cause Analysis.


• Maintain departmental training matrix and improve training levels.


• Conduct process and product audits and document results.


• Assist in maintenance of software programs (Visual Factory, EWI, etc.).


• Manage new and replacement equipment tooling, including run-off sampling and testing.


• Monitor and track scrap by department and establish elimination plans.


• Introduce new manufacturing processes and recommend cycle time reductions and cost savings.


• Participate in FMEA, PCP, and PFMEA reviews.


• Drive cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives.


• Recommend process changes to improve safety, productivity, and quality.


• Support corrective actions for internal and external defects and track defect metrics.


• Support new processes including EV, DV, QV, and VV builds.


• Support Engineering Change Notifications.


• Perform other duties as assigned

Education

• Associates' detree required. 


• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate independently with little guidance while being a positive contributor to a team environment.


• Must have excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills.


• Must lead by example and have a proven record of excellence in attendance, dependability and safety.


• Must be self-motivated, well organized, flexible and able to handle the pressure of a high-volume operation.


• Computer literacy is required with a familiarity of MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel.


• A minimum of two (2) years’ manufacturing and/or distribution experience is preferred.


• Demonstrate understanding of Lean and Six Sigma concepts and techniques.


• Level four (4) trained preferred.


• Demonstrate understanding of root cause and corrective action tools/methods.


• Experience with SAP/RF/Operations preferred.

Benefits

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As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including: 

- 401k with up to a 5% company match 
- Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement 
- Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time 
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education 
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family 
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA) 
- Paid short-and long-term disability programs 
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance 
- EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more 
- This position is also eligible for a holiday gift

Diversity

PACCAR has success with diverse teams of employees working together to achieve excellent results. Having a diverse and inclusive work environment ensures PACCAR has the talent needed to conduct business today and in the future by leveraging different backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints. We believe diversity in the workplace increases innovation, results in better decisions and increases employee engagement. 
 
PACCAR increases awareness through the efforts of global company-wide Diversity Councils and various employee resource groups that support initiatives & activities including multi-cultural events, outreach, mentorship programs, and more. PACCAR has been awarded the Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation since 2018 by the Women In Trucking Association and Newsweek 2023 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women. 
 
For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion Commitment page: Diversity and Inclusion (https://jobs.paccar.com/content/Diversity-and-Inclusion/?locale=en_US) 

Additional Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for this role is $65,500-$98,300 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above. 
 
This is a safety-sensitive position, and the pre-employment drug testing includes cannabis testing.
 
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