Manufacturing Process Engineer
Lead optimization across 2 facilities. Drive throughput, scrap reduction, OEE, and recovery on the extrusion floor. Partner with crews to solve bottlenecks via root-cause analysis, build SOPs, optimize MES/EPICS data, and train staff.
Reqs: BS in Engineering or equivalent metal extrusion experience, Lean/Six Sigma problem-solving, and a hands-on floor focus. Apply today!
salary: $80,000 - $90,000 per year shift: First work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM education: Bachelors
Responsibilities
A. Manufacturing Process Improvement & Optimization Analyze extrusion and downstream processes to increase throughput, recovery, and equipment efficiency. Identify sources of scrap, poor recovery, downtime, and unnecessary operating costs. Evaluate billet utilization, extrusion speeds, dead cycles, handling, and downstream performance. Validate changes on the floor and document measurable, sustainable results. B. Process Design & Implementation Design improved manufacturing methods, layouts, material flow, and equipment configurations. Support equipment installations, upgrades, and production system changes. Prepare implementation plans with responsibilities, timelines, risks, and expected benefits. Ensure process modifications are evaluated, approved, communicated, and documented. C. Time Studies, Capacity & Root Cause Analysis Conduct time studies and evaluate press cycles, dead cycles, equipment utilization, and labor efficiency. Identify bottlenecks and perform capacity evaluations to quantify opportunities. Investigate scrap, downtime, equipment issues, and process inconsistency using structured root cause methods. Implement corrective actions and verify their effectiveness. D. Process Controls & Standardization Develop and maintain process control plans, SOPs, and standardized work instructions.
Coordinate with Quality and plant leadership on operating parameters and inspection requirements.
Skills
Qualifications
- Years of experience: 5 years
- Experience level: Experienced
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