Extrusion Engineer: Quality, OEE & Process Improvement

Kobelco Aluminum Products and Extrusions; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kobelco Aluminum Products and Extrusions in Bowling Green, KY seeks a Quality/Industrial Engineer to support ISO 9001 and IATF16949 compliance, lead process improvements, and drive cost reductions in extrusion operations.

You will implement PPAP, APQP, FMEA, control plans, and support product launches, audits, and OEE improvements while applying IE/QC methods to boost yields, uptime, and overall product quality.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist implementing and maintaining ISO 9001 and IATF16949 quality systems.
• Lead cost reduction, process improvements, and OEE initiatives.
• Support launch planning for new products and Kaizen activities.
• Develop productive manufacturing layouts and improve workflow.
• Perform quality audits and resolve product quality issues.
• Apply IE/QC methods to productivity and quality improvements.

Skills

Quality systems

Lean manufacturing

Statistical analysis

Process improvement

Education

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

Tools

PPAP

APQP

FMEA

Control plans

Job description

Kobelco Aluminum Products and Extrusions in Bowling Green, KY seeks a Quality/Industrial Engineer to support ISO 9001 and IATF16949 compliance, lead process improvements, and drive cost reductions in extrusion operations.

You will implement PPAP, APQP, FMEA, control plans, and support product launches, audits, and OEE improvements while applying IE/QC methods to boost yields, uptime, and overall product quality.