Process Engineer

About the job Process Engineer
The Process Engineer - Materials is responsible for ensuring the reliability and quality of materials manufacturing processes. This role involves curating documentation, controlling process parameter tolerances, and translating requirements into process documentation, bills of materials, and routings.
Duties/Responsibilities:

• Process Optimization:
  
  • Understand and evaluate equipment capabilities to meet engineering objectives.
  • Learn and apply mechanical and control systems knowledge related to thermal and mechanical processing equipment, including furnaces, rolling mills, and wire drawing machines.
  • Optimize existing processes by assessing workflows and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Collaboration & Support:
  
  • Work closely with maintenance personnel and external contractors to enhance quality and production.
  • Procure quotes for new equipment as necessary.
  • Translate materials processing requirements into quality documentation, bills of materials, and routings in an ERP system.
  • Prepare and present product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
  • Provide support for root cause analysis and customer complaints using methodologies such as 8D.
• Continuous Improvement:
  
  • Lead projects focused on continuous improvement for assigned KPIs, including On-Time Delivery (OTD), scrap reduction, and efficiency.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of materials science, with a focus on metallurgy; experience with precious metals is a plus.
• At least 5 years of experience as a process engineer in a materials manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Experience with statistical analysis and Design of Experiments (DOE) techniques.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and test results.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering with a concentration in Materials Science, or equivalent industrial experience.
• Professional certification in Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) and/or Lean Manufacturing preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems (Made2Manage preferred), and statistical analysis software.

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