Foundry Process Engineer

Mueller Water Products; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 67,568 - 92,906; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan with 5% Company match

Vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mueller Water Products, Inc. in Decatur, IL, is seeking a Foundry Process Engineer to drive lean initiatives in a cutting-edge foundry.

You will help define strategy, optimize manufacturing processes, and lead cross-functional teams to boost productivity and quality in high-speed machining and casting operations. The role demands a mechanical engineering degree, 5+ years in manufacturing, and hands-on experience with lean tools, Six Sigma, CAD/CAM, and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years experience in manufacturing environment involving high speed machining and foundry operations.
• Strong working knowledge and experience in Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma tools.
• Outstanding PC/Systems knowledge and skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels of employees, customers and outside professionals.
• Knowledge dealing with complex manufacturing situations, quality standards, product development, CAD/CAM, technical specifications and project management

Responsibilities

• Vision/Strategy: Define and develop the business strategy and the process improvement plan for the Foundry’s execution.
• Manufacturing Processes: Implement lean tools to maximize productivity and minimize lead time and WIP.
• Transactional Processes: Improve front and back office lean processes.
• Profitability and Growth: Support opportunities for improved new product development and introduction processes.
• Best in Class Team: Develop and coach the process engineering team to meet goals.
• Process-Orientation: Implement best in class lean processes and infrastructure.
• Special Projects: Lead strategic projects such as facility expansion or consolidation.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Communication

CAD/CAM

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM

PC/Systems knowledge

Job description

Who We Are: Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc. For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America. Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future—we are making a positive impact that will last for generations. By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.

Foundry Process Engineer Since 1857, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been known for innovative water distribution products of superior quality. Mueller is North America's largest and only full-line supplier of potable water distribution products utilized throughout the water system from source to customer. Mueller Water Products, Inc. manufactures and markets products and services that are used in the transmission and distribution of safe, clean drinking water and in water treatment facilities throughout North America. The broad product portfolio includes engineered valves, fire hydrants, pipe fittings, water meters, leak detection and pipe condition assessment used by municipalities and both the residential and non-residential construction industries.

Mueller is seeking candidates for its Process Engineer in our brand new stare of the art Foundry located in Decatur, IL at our foundry location.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Vision/Strategy: Participate in the definition and development of the business strategy and the development of the process improvement plan in support of the Foundry’s overall execution.
• Manufacturing Processes: Ensure the Foundry is implementing the appropriate lean tools, e.g. VSM, standard work, pull systems, SMED, TPI, equipment reliability tools, variance reduction, etc. to maximize productivity and throughput while minimizing lead time and WIP.
• Transactional Processes: Ensure the Foundry is implementing the appropriate lean tools, e.g. VSM, Transactional Process Improvement, variance reduction, etc. to maximize productivity and minimize lead time in the front and back office areas.
• Profitability and Growth: Assist in identifying and supporting opportunities to enhance profitability and growth, primarily through improved new product development and introduction processes.
• Best in Class Team: Ensure that a depth of high quality process engineering talent exists throughout the facility. Assist in selecting, developing, leading and coaching the team with the goal of meeting/exceeding targeted goals.
• Process-Orientation: Identify and implement best in class lean processes and infrastructure.
• Special Projects: Provide strategic and tactical leadership in the execution of any key special projects such as facility expansion or consolidation.

Required Skills

• Critical Competencies Drive for Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
• Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective Relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
• Technical Competence: Applies and improves extensive or in-depth specialized knowledge, skills (FMEA, DFMEA, DOE, FEA, etc.), and judgment to accomplish a result or to accomplish one's job effectively.
• Innovation: Continuously looks for better ways to satisfy our consumers, both internal and external, with incremental improvements in quality, durability, service, and cost.
• Teamwork: Is able to lead and/or participate on cross functional teams to achieve a common goal.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline and experience.
• 5+ years experience in manufacturing environment involving high speed machining and foundry operations.
• Strong working knowledge and experience in Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma tools.
• Outstanding PC/Systems knowledge and skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels of employees, customers and outside professionals.
• Knowledge dealing with complex manufacturing situations, quality standards, product development, CAD/CAM, technical specifications and project management

Salary/Pay Range

$67,568.00-$92,906.00. The compensation range above reflects a good-faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment as of the date of posting. Individual compensation may vary depending on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the role, professional experience, job-related skills, achievements, and/or work location. The range listed is only one component of the total compensation package offered to candidates.

Other Compensation & Benefits

Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan with 5% Company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability benefits, vacation, 100% paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, student debt retirement matching, well-being program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-provided life insurance, supplemental insurance at group rates, and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department.

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Mueller Water Products is Where Intelligence Meets Infrastructure

Mueller Water Products brands include Mueller, Echologics, Hydro Gate, Hydro-Guard, HYMAX, Jones, Krausz, Mi.Net, Milliken, Pratt, Pratt Industrial, Singer, and U.S. Pipe Valve & Hydrant.