Process Engineer

Kaiser Aluminum • Spokane Valley, WA

11d • $80,000 - $100,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Process Engineer to provide technical expertise to develop and improve manufacturing processes at Kaiser Aluminum Trentwood. This position requires the ability to perform and multi-task in an ever-changing environment.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgy, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering or related field is required.
• Proven ability to work in a low supervision environment while successfully meeting goals.
• Excellent analytical skills (statistical data analysis experience is a plus).
• Strong PC skills, including Windows, Word, Excel, various data collection and analysis packages.
• Self-sufficiency in data acquisition, analysis, and report writing.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to work in teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or familiarity with Flat-Rolled Aluminum, in either Direct-Chill Casting, Hot-Rolling, or Heat-Treatment.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Aerospace or defense industry.
• Managing technical projects/initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
• Confident, proactive approach to managing difficult situations, conflicting requirements and schedules, and energetic people.
• Flexibility and ability to work collaboratively within a matrix environment.
• Must be able to make sound decisions based on incomplete information, while under pressure, and while maintaining project focus.
• Ability to mentor junior engineering staff when required
• Persuasive with details and facts
• Delegate responsibilities effectively
• High comfort level working in a diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and implement process or product improvement projects in a manufacturing environment.
• Provide technical support to production, maintenance, engineering, and sales and marketing groups.
• Develop processes to maximize capacity utilization, minimize cost and provide statistically sound product performances.
• Write technical reports summarizing work as well as presentations to peers on progress of projects.
• Work in cross-functional teams to support plant business goals and objectives.
• Lead and/or contribute to continuous improvement and six sigma project teams.
• Maintain manufacturing practices and procedures to optimize product quality/performance.
• Support plant safety initiatives through active involvement in the safety process.
• Collaborate with production management and workforce to drive and implement continuous improvement activities.
• Comply with all safety, quality, and environmental regulations.

Benefits

• High deductible medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, including spouse and children (modest payroll deductions)
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation Starting at 3 weeks per year
• Supplemental leave (used in conjunction with Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level