Foundry Process Engineer

Mueller Water Products•Decatur Foundry, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Mueller Water Products, Inc. is seeking candidates for its Process Engineer position in its brand new, state-of-the-art Foundry located in Decatur, IL. The Process Engineer, in conjunction with Foundry leadership, will be responsible for the continued development, promotion, and strategically aligned implementation of the company’s lean business system. This system is designed to drive world-class results in customer satisfaction, quality, on-time delivery, customer-value, organic growth, and operating financial performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline and experience.
5+ years experience in a manufacturing environment involving high-speed machining and foundry operations.
Strong working knowledge and experience in Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma tools.
Outstanding PC/Systems knowledge and skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels of employees, customers and outside professionals.
Knowledge dealing with complex manufacturing situations, quality standards, product development, CAD/CAM, technical specifications and project management.

Nice To Haves

FMEA, DFMEA, DOE, FEA

Responsibilities

Participate in the definition and development of the business strategy and the development of the process improvement plan in support of the Foundry’s overall execution.
Ensure the Foundry is implementing the appropriate lean tools (e.g., VSM, standard work, pull systems, SMED, TPI, equipment reliability tools, variance reduction) to maximize productivity and throughput while minimizing lead time and WIP.
Ensure the Foundry is implementing the appropriate lean tools (e.g., VSM, Transactional Process Improvement, variance reduction) to maximize productivity and minimize lead time in the front and back office areas.
Assist in identifying and supporting opportunities to enhance profitability and growth, primarily through improved new product development and introduction processes.
Ensure that a depth of high-quality process engineering talent exists throughout the facility. Assist in selecting, developing, leading, and coaching the team with the goal of meeting/exceeding targeted goals.
Identify and implement best-in-class lean processes and infrastructure.
Provide strategic and tactical leadership in the execution of any key special projects such as facility expansion or consolidation.