Job title: Manufacturing & Process Engineer
Company: Plansee
Job description: Ambitious? And committed to your career? Global Tungsten & Powders Corp. (GTP), a division of the Plansee Group, offers a dynamic environment with attractive opportunities to move ahead. Interested in this opportunity, apply as a…
Manufacturing & Process Engineer
Global Tungsten & Powders Corp., Towanda, USA
Responsibilities
Position Overview:
With minimum supervision, the process engineer performs a variety of assignments in developing and implementing production/processing methods and controls to meet quality standards in the most cost-efficient manner. Investigates and resolves work-in-process problems. Recommends and implements improvements and/or modifications in sequence of operations, equipment utilization, and related matters. Monitors assigned operations to assure compliance with approved methods and quality standards. Investigates problems and recommends solutions.
Responsibilities Would Include:
- Active manufacturing, quality and engineering representative for assigned areas.
- Lead in Quality issue resolution both internal to GTP manufacturing processes and in external Customer reported issues.
- Assist and lead manufacturing personnel in process/equipment problem solving and attainment of production goals.
- Apply Six Sigma and Lean methodologies for continual improvement of processes.
- Collaborate with Marketing, R&D, Manufacturing and Customers to ensure successful launch and stability of new products and processes at GTP.
- Assure safe operating procedures and conditions are maintained.
- Assist and participate in ISO certifications.
- Maintain product/process specification and procedures, coordinate part number listings and maintain bills of materials and routes.
- Maintain FPY and material efficiency metrics. Utilize Six Sigma and Lean tools to drive continuous improvement.
- Maintain effective cost reduction programs via process/product modifications and development.
- Provide expedient reaction to problems with root cause analysis, containment actions, corrective actions and preventative actions.
- Collaborate with and mentor operators, technicians and other personnel to optimize processes.
- Attain in-depth knowledge of processes, equipment and products.
- Review proposals of outside vendors regarding the purchase of new production/processing equipment. Prepare financial reviews for justification of new equipment.
- Preparation and tracking of powder samples for quality inspection and data tracking in SAP quality system.
- Review and modify process specifications as required.
- Direct and utilize technical resources such as technicians and interns/Co-ops to accomplish required tasks.
Requirements
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Engineering degree in Material Science or Chemical Engineering required
- Knowledge of Six Sigma/Statistics and LEAN a plus.
- Experience with Minitab, SAP, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access, a plus.
- Familiarity or interest in powder metallurgy, powder processing, and database creation, is a plus.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with all levels of the organization, particularly Manufacturing, Planning, Marketing and R&D.
- Experience in manufacturing/production area a plus.
- Occasional travel to customers.
- Willingness and ability to perform each manufacturing job associated with the assigned department.
- Ability to perform in a high-energy, team-oriented environment. Should demonstrate the ability to logically approach and solve problems.
- Fluency in speaking and writing in English.
GTP Offers The Following Benefits…
- For Your Protection And Future:
Medical, Dental, Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life & Legal Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability
401(k) * For Your Life:
Paid Holidays and Vacation
Tuition Reimbursement
Adoption Assistance
*In order to conform with U.S. government regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)3, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. *
We are an EOE/AA Employer and do not discriminate against applicants who are women, minority, veterans or on the bias of disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
Expected salary:
Location: USA
Job date: Wed, 15 Nov 2023 04:30:51 GMT
