Production Engineer - Extrusion Dept.

Kobelco Aluminum Products and Extrusions•Bowling Green, KY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for assisting in the implementation of and maintaining ISO 9001 and IATF16949 quality systems and audits; product launches; managing workplace layout, process improvements, corrective actions, equipment efficiency, workflow, scrap reduction, cost improvements, and product quality. Requires substantial physical activity throughout shift (except breaks and lunch) such as walking, sitting, standing, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, handling, near/far vision, pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Work in compliance with PPAP procedures, control plans, inspection standards, APQP, FMEA, process flow, and continuous improvement. Responsible for maintaining ISO 9001 and IATF16949 quality systems and conducting quality audits. Issue process/equipment improvements, condition adjustments, and process arrangements. Conduct analyses using engineering and statistical methodologies in the development of new, revised, and refined process enhancements; provide technical expertise and assistance to operators; develop sound operating practices and procedures for assigned area. Maintain visual inspection standards and resolve product quality issues. Develop and implement plans for continuous overall equipment effectiveness (OEE); improve yields, uptime, and cycle times of equipment, improve product flow, and reduce costs. Participate in launch planning and implementation of new products. Develop and implement productivity, quality, and continuous process improvement by utilizing Industrial Engineering (IE) and Quality Control (QC) methods. Evaluate new and existing process equipment for improved process performance. Implement and maintain quality systems. Lead cost reduction activities. Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or related field
2 or more years of experience in a similar manufacturing environment
Self-starter, multi-tasker, and detail-oriented with excellent computer and math skills
Ability to work under tight production standards
Experience with heat transfer mechanics
Deep understanding of non-ferrous materials

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience in Extrusion processes
Knowledge of lean manufacturing systems
Related process design skills

Responsibilities

Assisting in the implementation of and maintaining ISO 9001 and IATF16949 quality systems and audits
Product launches
Managing workplace layout, process improvements, corrective actions, equipment efficiency, workflow, scrap reduction, cost improvements, and product quality
Working in compliance with PPAP procedures, control plans, inspection standards, APQP, FMEA, process flow, and continuous improvement
Maintaining ISO 9001 and IATF16949 quality systems and conducting quality audits
Issuing process/equipment improvements, condition adjustments, and process arrangements
Conducting analyses using engineering and statistical methodologies in the development of new, revised, and refined process enhancements
Providing technical expertise and assistance to operators
Developing sound operating practices and procedures for assigned area
Maintaining visual inspection standards and resolving product quality issues
Developing and implementing plans for continuous overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
Improving yields, uptime, and cycle times of equipment
Improving product flow, and reducing costs
Participating in launch planning and implementation of new products
Developing and implementing productivity, quality, and continuous process improvement by utilizing Industrial Engineering (IE) and Quality Control (QC) methods
Evaluating new and existing process equipment for improved process performance
Implementing and maintaining quality systems
Leading cost reduction activities
Performing other duties as required
Traveling on site to assist at customer locations
Assisting in Kaizen implementation and 5S activities
Observing all safety rules