Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Precision Castparts Corp.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medicalinsurance

Dentalinsurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. in Irvine, CA, seeks a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to provide day-to-day leadership, develop and execute robust manufacturing processes, and ensure safety, quality, and throughput improvements.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor engineers and co-ops, and drive lean initiatives from design through production, delivering repeatable results and manufacturability.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Mechanical or Industrial preferred.
• Strong skills in CAD/3D modeling and Excel.
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma principles and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, implements, and upgrades manufacturing processes and tooling to improve yields and efficiency.
• Troubleshoots processes and equipment and performs root-cause analyses.
• Ensures processes are documented, controllable, and manufacturable.
• Leads cross-functional teams on productivity projects delivering safety and throughput gains.
• Supports transitions of new programs from engineering to production.
• Mentors manufacturing engineering team members and co-ops.

Skills

Read blueprints

Excel

CAD/3D modeling

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

BS in Engineering (Mechanical or Industrial)

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

TheLeadManufacturing Engineerwill work with the site manufacturing engineers, providing day-to-day, hands-on manufacturing engineering leadership, development, execution and, ensuring manufacturing systems and processes are robust, repeatable and controlled. This position will lead cross functional teams in identifying, executing, and reporting on productivity pipeline projects that deliver safety, quality, productivity, VC/ESH, and throughput improvements.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Evaluates, implements, maintains, and upgrades manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment and documentation to improve yields and efficiency and to reduce processing and cycle time.
• Assesses manufacturing equipment functionality and suitability and recommends improvements, upgrades, and modifications.
• Troubleshoots and performs root cause analyses on processes and equipment to return them to peak functionality.
• Implements robust corrective action plans to ensure manufacturing issues are resolved in a timely manner.
• Ensures key process variables are identified, characterized and controlled sufficiently to consistently result in acceptable quality and cycle times.
• Supports the development and implementation of all processes, tooling, and test fixtures.
• Ensures product designs and manufacturing methods meet customer specifications and are manufacturable.
• Supports acceptance testing, qualification and troubleshooting efforts.
• Responsible for the clear documentation of processes developed for manufacturing.
• Supports the transition of new programs from engineering to production.
• Supports Operations group to ensure products are delivered on time.
• Provides technical direction to Operations.
• Supports engineering and product development activities including advanced technology development, R&D, tooling development and transition of new programs into production; ensuring manufacturability.
• Mentor and assist in the development of manufacturing engineering team members
• Manage the day-to-day responsibilities and job functions of Manufacturing co-ops
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT/ Quality Control / Product Engineering /Operations / Supply Chain) to develop and create robust manufacturing systems and strategies.
• Own the scope, implementation and tracking of productivity pipeline projects. Set goals, track deliverables, manage expectations, identify risk, and drive mitigations across all productivity pipeline tasks and projects.
• Capture, analyze, real-time manufacturing data and metrics; ensuring accurate KPI dashboard data
• Research and recommend latest innovation in manufacturing methods, processes and execution systems,IIoT, and Industry 4.0 technology.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

Required Skills:

• Ability to read blueprints at an advanced level.
• Excellent computer skills with expertise in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• CAD or 3D modeling system operation knowledge at an intermediate level.
• Ability to think spatially and creatively at an advanced level.
• Ability to analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency and safety.
• Ability to utilizeproblem solvingskills.

Desired Skills:

• Self-Motivated; Results Driven
• Organized and analytical, able to eliminate obstacles through creative and adaptive approaches.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset; Effectively engages right to left thinking
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with internal and external customers at all organizational levels
• Ability to effectively lead, manage, and energize cross-functional teams

Experience&Education

• BS in an Engineering discipline; Mechanical and/or Industrial Engineering preferred
• 5+ years of related experience in a machining environment
• Prior experience in Aerospace preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma; Six Sigma Greenbelt or Black Belt desired.
• Must have the ability to reason and arrive at conclusions with minimum help andhave basic understanding ofstatistics. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required, CAD software a plus.
• Must be able to demonstrate, teamwork, collaboration, creativity, and innovation.
• Self-motivated with strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively prepare and deliver technical reports and presentations.
• Solid Works and AutoCAD computer software experience will be a plus

Compensation includes competitive salary and benefits package (e.g. medical, dental, 401k)

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $106,000 to $159,000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 2X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter . Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.