Die Cast Process Engineer: Lean & Innovation Leader

Bitfactory; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION is seeking a Die Cast Engineer to drive process standardization, cost improvement, and asset reliability across our automotive manufacturing operations. You will lead cross-functional teams, develop tooling strategies, and implement lean practices to deliver world-class die cast products.

The ideal candidate has a BS in engineering and at least 5 years in die casting tooling/processing, with CREO/PRO-E familiarity and strong data-driven decision abilities.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering and a minimum of 5 years in die casting tooling/processing.
• Strong tooling design/manufacturing experience, including cost estimation and preventive maintenance.
• Data-driven decision making and Lean concepts applied to manufacturing.
• Ability to manage projects and work in a team environment.
• Experience with GD&T; CREO/PRO-E experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, sample, and optimize new/modified tooling.
• Monitor and improve manufacturing processes to reduce cycle time, scrap, and non-value added work.
• Provide technical training to production teams as needed.
• Lead continuous improvement and lean tool deployment for KPI improvement.
• Develop costing and proposals for new die cast technology.
• Standardize systems and processes to ensure world-class performance.
• Review and standardize tooling maintenance programs and preventive maintenance.
• Travel to other locations for tooling start-up as necessary.
• Ensure consistency in zinc process engineering and documentation.
• Drive readiness delivering capable die cast products.
• Provide expert product design feedback for components suitable for manufacturing excellence.
• Apply lean concepts and Industry 4.0 principles to simplify design and manufacturing processes.

Skills

Data driven decisions

Change management

Influencer

Project management

Lean manufacturing

Quality control

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

CREO/PRO-E

Job description

STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION is seeking a Die Cast Engineer to drive process standardization, cost improvement, and asset reliability across our automotive manufacturing operations. You will lead cross-functional teams, develop tooling strategies, and implement lean practices to deliver world-class die cast products.

The ideal candidate has a BS in engineering and at least 5 years in die casting tooling/processing, with CREO/PRO-E familiarity and strong data-driven decision abilities.