Process Engineer

Company: Metal Technologies Inc.
Location: Hibbing
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description and Responsibilities:Job Title:Process EngineerFLSA:EReports To:Plant ManagerCategory:ProfGeneral Summary:Provide liaison duties between the engineering department and manufacturing to assure that the manufacture or purchase of products meet functional requirements at the lowest possible cost. Maintain constant surveillance of product design and manufacturing processes for the purpose of reducing and controlling costs.Principle Duties and Responsibilities:Responsible for health and safety of all team members.Perform a variety of engineering assignments in developing and implementing production/processing methods and controls to meet quality standards in the most cost-efficient manner.Recommend and implement improvements and/or modifications in sequence of operations, equipment utilization, tooling and related matters.Monitor assigned operations to assure compliance with current project schedule and approved methods of quality standards.Recommend design modifications or process changes where justifiable by cost/design studies to permit manufacture by the most favorable method.Work with assigned customer accounts on product and tooling designs. Procure production tools and work with existing products to optimize efficiencies such as scrap, yield, molding rates, etc.Investigate and assist in corrective/preventative actions for reported concerns.Establish and maintain customer files, including engineering standards, blueprints and other associated materials and information.Coordinate activities with pattern shop.Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Requirements:Extensive knowledge, skill and ability in the area of engineering related computer systems/capabilities (CAD, CAE, Pro-E, etc.)Knowledge of 2-D CAD/CAM system.Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and GD&T.Ability to understand and implement APQP, PPAP, FMEA and Control Plans.Ability to use advanced engineering techniques for problem resolution (FMEA, designed experiment, etc.).Proficient knowledge of PC software applications including Word, Excel, 4D, Docushare and mainframe software (e.g. Blis-400).Ability to prepare jobs for running on Magma simulation technology.Ability to utilize 8D problem solving methodology.Proficient project and time management skills.Proficient written and verbal communication skills for presentation and technical report writing.Knowledge of casting defects.Knowledge of foundry/casting processes, practices and equipment.Working ConditionsThe Process Engineer will reside in the office and on the production floor. Must be able to adhere to conditions of the planRequirements:Physical RequirementsMust be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time and on their feet 50% on the production floor.Must be able to move about inside the office and in the plant.This position will operate a computer and other machinery in the plant.Must be able to frequently communicate with employees and other individuals in person and telephone.Education and Experience Requirements:BS degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.Approximately 2-5 years of professional engineering experience. Please reference "Training Matrix" for additional requirements and competencies specific to this job titleCompetencies (Professional):Applied LearningContributing to Team SuccessCustomer FocusDecision Making/Problem SolvingInitiating ActionInnovationPlanning and OrganizingNothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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