Process Technology Specialist

Canadian Inclusion; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Bonus opportunities

Medical & dental coverage

Disability programs

Retirement plans

Life insurance options

Paid vacation & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

Job summary

Interpro Pipe & Steel Inc. is seeking a Process Technology Specialist (Engineering) to address process control and product performance issues through data-driven analysis with a cross-functional team.

You will develop KPI trends, lead A3/FMEA sessions, and conduct DoE trials to optimize processes with operations and quality partners. The role requires 3–5 years in R&D/QA/engineering, a Mechanical/Metallurgical/Materials Science degree, and Six Sigma/ SPC experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science
• 3–5 years of experience in R&D, QA or engineering teams
• Six Sigma Green Belt and/or SPC experience would be an asset
• Experience in metal forming and machining, threading preferred
• Occasional travel to other Interpro locations may be required
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Project, and PowerPoint)
• Proven teamwork and strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with attention to detail in project administration

Responsibilities

• Address process control/product performance issues with a cross functional team by utilizing statistical tools to lead a data driven solution
• Develop trending for quality KPIs such as rejects, rework, downgrades by mill/product, and key process factors; correlate data to process conditions; publish reports and actions with operations/quality teams
• Lead brainstorming sessions (A3, and FMEA types) with operations and quality personnel during initial stages of process control or process improvement
• Conduct process optimization trials using statistical methods (Design of Experiments) as necessary
• Support QA/Operations to define potential savings of process improvements when a financial investment is required
• Work with QA and Operations to ensure shop floor documents and training identify features of process control (targets/tolerances; frequency of measurement)
• Attend six sigma, lean manufacturing, and process control equipment conferences to stay abreast of techniques for continuous improvement

Skills

Six Sigma Green Belt

Statistical process control

MS Excel

MS Project

MS PowerPoint

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Process Technology Specialist (Engineering)

At Interpro Pipe & Steel Inc., our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

Job Responsibilities

• Address process control/product performance issues with a cross functional team by utilizing statistical tools and techniques to lead the group to a data driven solution
• Develop trending for quality KPIs such as rejects, rework, downgrades by mill/product, and key process factors. Correlate this data to process conditions. Publish update reports and provides analysis of the data with necessary action items. Works with operations/quality team to improve trends
• Lead brainstorming sessions (A3, and FMEA types) with operations and quality personnel during the initial stages of the process control effort or efforts to improve the process
• Conduct process optimization trials by using statistical methods (Design of Experiments) as necessary
• If a financial investment is required, provide support to the QA/Operations teams to define the potential savings of process improvements
• Work with the Quality Assurance and Operations teams to ensure that shop floor documents and training identify the features of process control necessary (targets/tolerances; frequency of measurement, etc) to maintain the process control system
• Attend six sigma, lean manufacturing, and process control equipment conferences to stay abreast of process control techniques/advancements/ that can be used in our manufacturing processes to continually improve our performance

Requirements

• Recognized Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science
• 3-5 years' experience working in a R&D, QA or Engineering team
• Six Sigma Green belt and/or statistical process control experience would be an asset
• Experience in metal forming and machining processes, especially threading, would be an asset
• Occasional travel to other Interpro locations may be required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Project, and PowerPoint)
• Proven teamwork, demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with attention to detail in the administration of projects

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities

• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost

• Short and long-term disability programs

• Competitive retirement plans

• Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options

• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays

• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company

• Tuition reimbursement

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [e-mail] or call: [phone]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers!