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Quality Process Engineer

• 3.3 260 Lyon Ln, Birmingham, AL 35211 $75,000
• $80,000 a year

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Full-time Overview:

Join our team at voestalpine, a globally leading steel and technology group committed to excellence and innovation. We are seeking a talented Process Engineer to play a pivotal role in our manufacturing facility. As a Process Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and optimizing processes to ensure quality, cost-efficiency, and operational effectiveness.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to specific quality standards and take corrective actions when necessary.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Minimize technical downtime and enhance technical availability.
• Lead process parameter definition and documentation.
• Troubleshoot welding and joining process parameters, diagnosing hardware and software issues.
• Conduct cost analysis to reduce scrap in welding processes.
• Train process technicians on robot tasks and welding problem-solving techniques.
• Manage the engineering change process flow and its introduction into production.
• Oversee all "OK to build" items for PPAP approval.
• Conduct root cause analysis on recurring issues.
• Implement 5s guidelines effectively.
• Manage new projects from inception to completion.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in a manufacturing environment relevant to the function.
• Minimum of three years of experience in manufacturing process optimization.
• Experience with resistance and projection welding of steel and aluminum, drawn arc welding, capacitor discharge welding, glue application, clinching operations, laser welding, and CMT MIG brazing.

Competencies:

• Technical Capacity
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Communication Proficiency
• Self-Initiative

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Project Management Work Environment:

This role involves exposure to moving mechanical parts, occasional fumes or airborne particles, and loud noise levels. Physical demands include standing, walking, lifting weights up to 50 pounds, and occasional travel to suppliers.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position with typical hours from Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with occasional weekend work as needed.

Travel:

Occasional travel required for supplier visits.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in industrial, manufacturing, or mechanical engineering.
• Tier 1 automotive experience.
• Bilingual proficiency in German is desirable.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

None required for this position.

AAP/EEO Statement:

voestalpine Automotive Components Cartersville, LLC provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Other Duties:

Please note that this job description may evolve over time to meet the changing needs of the company. Your flexibility and adaptability are appreciated as duties may be adjusted with or without notice.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$75,000.00

• $80,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Birmingham, AL 35211 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Birmingham, AL 35211: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person