Technical Director

Precision Castparts; Toronto (OH); Vor Ort; USD 150.000 - 210.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Precision Castparts' TIMET Toronto site seeks a Technical Director to drive transformation toward a Zero Defects mindset, advancing alloys and manufacturing tech to sustain top-tier product performance. The role leads engineering teams, guides R&D, and partners with Quality to deploy Zero Defects tools and Industry 4.0 initiatives, reporting to site leadership on technology strategy.

A strong aerospace or automotive background and proven NPD leadership are essential to succeed in this

Qualifikationen

• Aerospace or automotive background with a Zero Defects mindset.
• Leadership experience guiding technical teams and driving change.
• Excellent communication of complex data to executives and customers.
• Zero Defects philosophy in partnership with Quality, Operations and Mfg Eng.

Aufgaben

• Provide technical leadership to PCC Metals & Forgings plants and align engineering teams.
• Drive production processes and adopt new manufacturing tech to improve yield and first pass yield.
• Lead, mentor and develop a high performing Technical/Engineering team with collaboration and accountability.
• Manage customer communications on technical topics and interface with customers during site visits.
• Lead teams in solving problems affecting vertically integrated businesses.
• Oversee the R&D lab including facilities, equipment and personnel; align with Sales strategy and NPI.
• Use APQP toolbox to ensure product capability and successful outcomes.
• Provide advanced metallurgical/engineering support to plant and mill development projects.
• Partner with Quality to deploy Zero Defects toolkit: process monitoring, problem solving, measurement systems.
• Develop and execute site Technology Roadmap; enable Industry 4.0 digital transformation.
• Represent site on technology matters and advise leadership as appropriate.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Technical communication

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Degree in Materials Science or Metallurgy

Doctorate in Materials Science or Metallurgy preferred

Tools

Six Sigma Green Belt

Six Sigma Black Belt preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Summary Driving operational, cultural and behavioral transformation to a Zero Defects mindset to achieve and maintain consistently high levels of product performance. Developing enhanced alloys and efficient manufacturing technologies, having the potential to significantly influence the appeal of PCC Metals & Forgings premium products in the eyes of customers.

Technical Director, TIMET Toronto, OHIO Summary Driving operational, cultural and behavioral transformation to a Zero Defects mindset to achieve and maintain consistently high levels of product performance. Developing enhanced alloys and efficient manufacturing technologies, having the potential to significantly influence the appeal of PCC Metals & Forgings premium products in the eyes of customers. Essential Functions Providing Technical leadership and direction to the PCC Metals & Forgings plants, keeping the Technical/Engineering teams aligned to achieve strong technical performance and a positive external image for the segment. Driving existing production processes and exploiting new manufacturing technologies to achieve targeted improvements in yield, scrap, rework, concessions and first pass yield performance. Leading, mentoring and developing a high-performing Technical/Engineering team, fostering a collaborative environment that emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and professional growth. Managing customer communications on Technical / non-commercial topics and interfacing with key customers during site visits. Leading teams in problem solving issues that affect vertically integrated businesses. Management responsibility for the R&D laboratory, including facilities, equipment and personnel to ensure: Aligned to the Sales strategy, leading the group in executing the New Product Introduction Process to identify business opportunities and associated technical challenges, resource requirements, capital expenditure. Utilizing the APQP toolbox to ensure product capability and successful outcomes. Providing advanced metallurgical/engineering technical support to plant and mill development projects. In collaboration with the Quality function, deploying the AS13100 Zero Defects toolkit, with a specific focus on Process Monitoring, Problem Solving, Measurement Systems and Quality Planning. Developing and executing the Technology roadmap for the site to align with the overall business strategy and maintain PCC Metals and Forgings' competitive position with respect to process capability, including driving the deployment of Industry 4.0 capabilities through digital transformation. Representing the site as necessary on all technology matters and advising the site leadership as appropriate. Education And Experience The candidate will have an aerospace or automotive background, with a Zero Defects mindset, knowing what good looks like operationally, culturally and behaviorally. They will operate through a leader's visionary lens, with the ability to communicate and demonstrate what the future state will be in terms of Technology and Customer expectation.

• An accomplished and experienced Metallurgist, comfortable operating both strategically and tactically and fully versed in the Zero Defects toolbox, processes and methodologies.
• Not content with the status-quo - disruptive by nature, having the drive and desire to transform a culture and demonstrate how they have achieved this previously.
• Strong executive presence and excellent communication skills, essential for effectively presenting complex data and improvement strategies to senior executives and customers. This includes the ability to clearly articulate findings, propose actionable solutions, and foster confidence in the organization’s technical capabilities.
• Instilling and implementing a Zero Defects philosophy and mindset, in partnership with the Quality, Operations and Manufacturing Engineering functions.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Materials Science or Metallurgy.
• Doctorate in Materials Science or Metallurgy preferred.
• Six Sigma Greenbelt required / Blackbelt preferred.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a technical/engineering role.
• At least 5 years of experience in a leadership or managerial role, demonstrating the ability to lead technical teams and drive organizational change.
• Candidates should have a proven track record of successful New Product Development and Introduction projects.
• Proven experience in a high-volume production environment.
• Automotive or aerospace engineering/manufacturing background.