Process Engineer (Materials)
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About The Position
The Process Engineer - Materials is a pivotal role within our organization, responsible for ensuring the reliability and quality of materials manufacturing processes. This position requires a deep understanding of materials science, particularly metallurgy, and the ability to apply this knowledge to optimize manufacturing processes. The engineer will curate essential documentation, control process parameter tolerances, and translate complex requirements into clear process documentation, bills of materials, and routings. This role is integral to maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency in our production lines. In this position, the Process Engineer will engage in process optimization by evaluating equipment capabilities to meet engineering objectives. The engineer will learn and apply knowledge related to mechanical and control systems, particularly in thermal and mechanical processing equipment such as furnaces, rolling mills, and wire drawing machines. A key responsibility will be to optimize existing processes by assessing workflows and identifying opportunities for improvement, thereby enhancing overall production efficiency. Collaboration is a significant aspect of this role. The Process Engineer will work closely with maintenance personnel and external contractors to improve quality and production outcomes. This includes procuring quotes for new equipment as necessary and translating materials processing requirements into quality documentation within an ERP system. The engineer will also prepare and present product and process reports, collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends to inform decision-making. Additionally, the engineer will provide support for root cause analysis and customer complaints, utilizing methodologies such as 8D to drive resolution. Continuous improvement is a core focus of this role, with the Process Engineer leading projects aimed at enhancing assigned KPIs, including On-Time Delivery (OTD), scrap reduction, and overall efficiency. This proactive approach to process engineering will contribute significantly to the company's operational success and customer satisfaction.
