Extrusion Engineer

Kobelco Aluminum Products & Extrusions Inc.; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kobelco Aluminum Products & Extrusions Inc. in Bowling Green, KY is seeking a Production Engineer to help implement and maintain ISO 9001 and IATF16949 quality systems, support product launches, and drive cost improvements.

You will manage layout, process improvements, and equipment efficiency to enhance yields and overall product quality. Ideal candidates bring a mechanical or industrial engineering background, 2+ years in manufacturing, and knowledge of lean methods, Kaizen, and 5S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
• Preferred experience in extrusion processes.
• Experience with heat transfer mechanics and non-ferrous materials.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and maintenance of ISO 9001 and IATF16949 quality systems and audits.
• Assist product launches and manage workplace layout, process improvements, and cost reductions.
• Improve equipment efficiency, workflow, scrap reduction, and product quality.
• Develop plans for OEE, yields, uptime, cycle times; optimize product flow.
• Lead cost reduction activities and participate in Kaizen and 5S.
• Travel on site to assist at customer locations.
• Ensure PPAP procedures, control plans, inspection standards compliance.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

5S

Kaizen

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting in the implementation of and maintaining ISO 9001 and IATF16949 quality systems and audits; product launches; managing workplace layout, process improvements, corrective actions, equipment efficiency, workflow, scrap reduction, cost improvements, and product quality.

Production Engineer

Location: Bowling Green, KY, 42101

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting in the implementation of and maintaining ISO 9001 and IATF16949 quality systems and audits; product launches; managing workplace layout, process improvements, corrective actions, equipment efficiency, workflow, scrap reduction, cost improvements, and product quality.

Essential Functions

• Requires substantial physical activity throughout shift (except breaks and lunch) such as walking, sitting, standing, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, handling, near/far vision, pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Work in compliance with PPAP procedures, control plans, inspection standards, APQP, FMEA, process flow, and continuous improvement.
• Responsible for maintaining ISO 9001 and IATF16949 quality systems and conducting quality audits.
• Issue process/equipment improvements, condition adjustments, and process arrangements.
• Conduct analyses using engineering and statistical methodologies in the development of new, revised, and refined process enhancements; provide technical expertise and assistance to operators; develop sound operating practices and procedures for assigned area.
• Maintain visual inspection standards and resolve product quality issues.
• Develop and implement plans for continuous overall equipment effectiveness (OEE); improve yields, uptime, and cycle times of equipment, improve product flow, and reduce costs.
• Participate in launch planning and implementation of new products.
• Develop and implement productivity, quality, and continuous process improvement by utilizing Industrial Engineering (IE) and Quality Control (QC) methods.
• Evaluate new and existing process equipment for improved process performance.
• Implement and maintain quality systems.
• Lead cost reduction activities.
• Perform other duties as required.

Job Related Functions

• Self-starter, multi-tasker, and detail-oriented with excellent computer and math skills.
• Ability to work under tight production standards.
• Able to travel on site to assist at customer locations.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing systems.
• Requires working in temperature extremes.
• Assist in Kaizen implementation and 5S activities.
• Observe all safety rules.
• Related process design skills.

Educational Requirements

• Experience with heat transfer mechanics.
• Deep understanding of non-ferrous materials.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 2 or more years of experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
• Preferred experience in Extrusion processes.