Die Cast Process Engineer

Knowhirematch; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Die Cast Process Engineer to enhance overall manufacturing processes. This role involves analyzing current operations, implementing improvements, and collaborating with teams to ensure efficient production. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and experience in die casting. This position offers a salary between $90,000 and $95,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• Die Cast background is required.
• Experience working with product design of existing or new designs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and improve manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure smooth transitions of new processes.
• Monitor process performance metrics and implement improvements.

Skills

Manufacturing process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Root cause analysis

Technical support

Process monitoring and analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Molds

Dies

Fixtures

Gauges

Job description

Job Title: Die Cast Process Engineer

Location: Waterloo, Iowa

Salary: $90-95K

Job Summary of the Die Cast Process Engineer:The Die Cast Process Engineer is responsible for improving overall manufacturing processes through analysis and strategic planning. This position will work with the Manufacturing Manager to identify inefficient manufacturing processes, undertake operational analysis, work design, and methods, and work to eliminate them to increase output and decrease costs. This is a skilled position that requires previous experience and in-depth knowledge of manufacturing, along with die die-casting background.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and improve manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, quality, and safety.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth transition of new processes, technologies, and equipment, while meeting project dates and budget.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to drive root cause analysis, corrective action, and preventative measures.
• Monitor and analyze process data, identify trends, and propose solutions for process improvement.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce cost, minimize waste, and increase efficiency.
• Monitor and analyze process performance metrics, such as cycle time, yield, and scrap rates, and implement solutions to meet or exceed targets.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise to resolve process-related issues and implement solutions.
• Train and guide the production team on procedures, equipment, and any new processes to ensure successful operation and implementation.
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in process engineering technologies, methodologies, and best practices.
• Establish all documentation related to the process, including APQP, machine setup, machine operations, tooling instructions, work instructions, and gauge instructions.
• Assist Product Design with existing or new designs to ensure manufacturability supports safety, quality, and productivity.
• Manage tools needed in the manufacturing area, including molds, dies, fixtures, and gauges.
• Complete projects on specification, on time, and on budget.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• Die Cast background is required.
• Experience working with product design of existing or new designs.
• Experience working with tools such as molds, dies, fixtures, and gauges.
• Prior project experience.