PROCESS ENGINEER Process Owner Alloy and Core Removal Plant 3

Howmet Aerospace • Whitehall, MI

134d

About The Position

This position is located in Plant 1, Whitehall Casting, and will support the manufacture of Single Crystal and Directionally Solidified product through process control and improvement initiatives specific to the casting process. The Process Owner - Alloy and Core Removal position includes both strategic vision and tactical management and execution; examples include but are not limited to: Job Responsibilities Drive standardization and Process Management using scientific methods and six sigma tools to define the alloy and core removal process, develop reaction plans, and reduce cost. Close the communication loop between rework, scrap, and engineering along with the source of the problem to drive resolution and reduce cost. Ensure development and implementation of new materials and finishing techniques are rooted in six sigma methodology to meet the testing and equipment requirements per BU Manuals. Assure meeting of the Allow and Core Removal process MSAT per the BU Manual. Assure compliance to Customer and NADCAP requirements in the Alloy and Core Removal areas. Act as a conduit between Engineering and Manufacturing to assure that the Alloy and Core Removal Processes are compliant with the methods, materials, and equipment specifications as required by the BU Manuals, business operating, and customer requirements. Coordinate and plan projects and resources with new vendors and customers. Write capital requests, purchasing engineering materials, manage cost and control budgets for specific post cast projects and objectives. Communicate with other plants on cost savings and scrap reduction projects in Core Removal. Update Product Criteria and Activity Instructions as required. Approve all new and revised instructions for the Core Removal Area. Coordinate operator training as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in Plastics, Chemical, Material, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3 years experience in plastics injection molding or the precision investment casting industry.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of an organization.
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and/or Black Belt.
• Toolmaking or tool design experience, especially for molding.
• Assembly and automation experience.
• Demonstrated ability to create and deliver adult training in technical topics.

Responsibilities

• Drive standardization and Process Management using scientific methods and six sigma tools to define the alloy and core removal process, develop reaction plans, and reduce cost.
• Close the communication loop between rework, scrap, and engineering along with the source of the problem to drive resolution and reduce cost.
• Ensure development and implementation of new materials and finishing techniques are rooted in six sigma methodology to meet the testing and equipment requirements per BU Manuals.
• Assure meeting of the Allow and Core Removal process MSAT per the BU Manual.
• Assure compliance to Customer and NADCAP requirements in the Alloy and Core Removal areas.
• Act as a conduit between Engineering and Manufacturing to assure that the Alloy and Core Removal Processes are compliant with the methods, materials, and equipment specifications as required by the BU Manuals, business operating, and customer requirements.
• Coordinate and plan projects and resources with new vendors and customers.
• Write capital requests, purchasing engineering materials, manage cost and control budgets for specific post cast projects and objectives.
• Communicate with other plants on cost savings and scrap reduction projects in Core Removal.
• Update Product Criteria and Activity Instructions as required.
• Approve all new and revised instructions for the Core Removal Area.
• Coordinate operator training as required.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree