Process Improvement Engineer- Sheet Finishing

Arconic; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Arconic Davenport Works is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to lead Lean initiatives across the Sheet Finishing department, focusing on safety, recovery, training, and production.

You will analyze data with Excel and Power BI, drive capital projects, support problem-solving efforts, and work daytime M-F with flexibility for off-shifts. Bachelor’s in ME/IE/Mfg Eng and 3 years experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 3 years manufacturing experience.
• This position requires access to controlled technology under Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and ITAR; authorizations may be required.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate & implement Lean Manufacturing principles across the department’s material flow paths; gain a complete view of the area’s manufacturing process.
• Focus on tactical projects in safety, recovery improvement, training, and production.
• Coordinate efforts on process improvements, including capital projects and reliability improvements; support problem-solving efforts related to process and machine improvements.
• Focus on data analysis using tools such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI to drive process improvements and standardization.
• Lead focus teams to improve aerospace quality on Airforce Mill.
• Flexibility to work off-shifts as needed to support the functions of this role.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Data analysis

Excel

Power BI

Manufacturing engineering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Process Improvement Engineer

Arconic is currently in search of a Process Improvement Engineer to join our team Sheet Finishing team in Davenport, IA. At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization.

Summary

The Process Improvement Engineer is responsible for a wide variety of manufacturing process engineering and production activities in the Sheet Finishing production department.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate & implement Lean Manufacturing principles across the department’s material flow paths, and must gain a complete view and understanding of the area’s manufacturing process to be successful.
• Primarily focus on tactical projects in the areas of safety, recovery improvement, training, and production.
• Coordinate efforts on process improvements, including capital projects, reliability excellence, and will support and lead the execution of problem-solving efforts related to process and machine improvements.
• Focus heavily on data analysis utilizing tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power BI, etc. driving for process improvements and standardizations.
• Lead focus team to improve aerospace quality on Airforce Mill.
• While this role works primarily daytime shifts M-F, the incumbent must be flexible to work off-shifts as needed to support the functions of this role.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 3 years of previous manufacturing experience.
• This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R.
• 730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Exceptional Candidates also have

• 6 years of previous manufacturing experience.
• 3 years of supervisory experience
• Ability to engage with employees at all levels of the organization
• Experience with the application of lean manufacturing principles in a manufacturing setting
• Experience identifying and assisting in resolving process-related problems
• Strong business, technical, computer, and analytical skills (from educational background and/or manufacturing experience.)

About Us

Arconic Corporation is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build.

Act With Integrity : We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability.

Safeguard our Future : We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment.

Grow Stronger Together : We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity.

Earn Customer Loyalty : We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service.

Drive Operational Excellence : We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration.

Create Value : We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders.

This position is subject to Export Control Law

This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. 730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.

United States EEO Statement

Arconic Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

About The Team

Davenport Works is the country’s largest aluminum rolling mill, it was opened in 1948 and currently employs more than 2,000 people and ships product worldwide. It is in Riverdale in the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf in southeastern Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline in northwestern Illinois). The Quad Cities is 3 hours south-west of Chicago, 4 hours north of St. Louis, and less than 3 hours from Des Moines. The Quad Cities is home to St. Ambrose University among 8 educational institutes. Major outdoor summer music festivals include the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival, Mississippi Valley Blues Festival, and River Roots Live.