Process Control Engineer

Country

United States of America

State / County

Oregon

City

Redmond

Division

Structurals

Company

Schlosser

Function

Engineering

Workplace Type

On-Site

Position type

Full Time

Opportunity ID

20046

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY :

This position assists all plant operations in controlling processes to levels that meet expectations related to quality, cost, control and consistency. Creates and maintains databases and reporting of performance. Troubleshoots variability for reduction or elimination. Incumbent will perform projects with the goal of achieving cost reductions and process and part improvements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Create, maintain, & evaluate process control systems and procedures.
• Troubleshoot activities with variation and out of control parameters.
• Utilize NEI Six Sigma tools as the basis for project management.
• Set up projects, collect and input data, perform statistical analysis as the measure for significance.
• Interface with Engineering and Manufacturing to determine root cause for process and part issues.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements resulting in cost reduction, quality improvement, and increased efficiency.
• Perform day-to-day monitoring of department specific KCC (key control characteristics) and KPO (key process outputs).
• Complete tasks / projects on a timely basis with accuracy using sound scientific methodology, with attention to detail and good judgment.
• Work and communicate effectively with manufacturing, quality, planning and engineering.
• Provide input and analysis for procedural changes to include work instructions, manuals, etc.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

BS in an engineering / science related field, preferably Metallurgy, Mechanical, Material Science, or Ceramics. Six Sigma Black Belt certified or ability to become certified. Three to five years experience in manufacturing or process control related environments preferred. Experience in the Titanium Casting industry preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Ability to exert up to 35 pounds of force to move an object. Ability to work in an environment with exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, smoke and varying temperatures. Ability to travel to different departments and stand for long periods on concrete.

Note : The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Relocation

Relocation is authorized for this position.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.