What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Engineer position at Kalas Mfg, Inc.?
Process Engineer
Kalas Manufacturing is a leading manufacturer of wire and cable. We are vertically and strategically integrated for superior material control, dedicated to delivering dependable solutions & delivery, continually evolving in order to find new ways to serve our customers, become better and build our collaborative partnerships and technical expertise.
We are looking for a Process engineering to provide process and technical support to the company and its customers through the development and/or enhancement of programs, products and processes.
Responsibilities
- Develop & implement necessary procedures and processes to support the manufacturing of products at Kalas. Provide training when required to all Kalas associates on procedures, processes, and equipment to ensure product quality and the safe operation of equipment.
- Provide technical assistance and process troubleshooting in the manufacturing plants. Provide technical solutions to processing problems that affect the quality of the product or output of the process.
- Lead and coordinate projects and related activities to improve quality, increase OEE, and/or reduce waste in the manufacturing process.
- Provide input to define the necessary tooling and routing steps required to manufacture products at Kalas.
- Provide technical assistance, troubleshooting, and processing support to our customers as needed.
- Assist in the development, design and processing of new products as required. Plan and execute sample runs on the manufacturing floor and provide feedback.
- Support other departments with technical solutions as requested. Serve as member on ad hoc project teams and quality investigation teams as required.
- Lead and coordinate process support & improvement activities between shifts utilizing and direct supervisors, off-shift support, and manufacturing associates to ensure continuity of improvement initiatives and two-way communication.
- Stay current with latest methods, trends and technologies affecting wire and cable manufacturing.
- Becomes the SME of the extrusion processes at Kalas which includes the ownership of the tooling such as tips, dies, extruder barrels, extruder screws, tooling specifications, wear tracking, and coordinating the scheduling of all tooling refurbishments and/or purchases of new tooling.
- Develop justification documentation for capital equipment purchases.
- Develop and maintain awareness of Kalas’ environmental policy and what it means.
- Develop and maintain awareness of significant environmental aspects of products and processes with which the Process Technician is involved.
- Interpret simple blueprints, drawings and work orders, and independently use a variety of tools or precision measuring instruments.
- Alternate hours and shift coverage may be required on a temporary basis, as related to production projects, trials, or travel (<5%).
Skills/Experience
- Minimum three years working in a manufacturing environment.
- Minimum one year work experience providing process support and training.
- Analytical thinker.
- Effective Interpersonal Communication skills.
- BS degree in Engineering.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Engineering: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $63,008 - $87,835