Alloy Production Process Engineer

at  Howmet Aerospace

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an Engineering or Manufacturing Position.
• Understanding of manufacturing systems, quality tools and their practical application.
• BSc / BEng in Engineering related discipline preferred, minimum BTEC Level III qualification in Engineering.
• Experience with Mix of 6 toolkit (Process Management, 6 Sigma, Flow / Value Stream Analysis / Lean Principles, Kaizen, Machine Reliability / Human Performance, Manufacturing ASAT).
• High level of computer literacy (Word / Excel / Project / Minitab).
• Strong understanding of and commitment to health and safety regulations.
• In-depth understanding of the specific processes within the Alloy department. (Can be acquired through on-the-job training.)
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of the organisation.

PURPOSE:

This role is critical in driving efficient and consistent production by maintaining control and sustainability within the process area.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Possess in-depth knowledge of key equipment in the process area
• Operate, troubleshoot, and train others on key equipment.
• Actively participate in the departments help-chain, to support with process related issues, investigate and diagnose manufacturing problems to root cause.
• Provide technical expertise to resolve issues quickly and restore production of quality parts.
• Conduct daily walkthroughs and audits to ensure processes adhere to established SOP’s.
• Verify compliance with methods, materials, and equipment protocols outlined in relevant Alloy SOPs.
• Collect and review department specific process control data.
• Implement reaction plans promptly when required.
• Process management lead for specific processes within the department.
• Actively participate in yield improvement initiatives using DMAIC tools to minimise process-related losses.
• Collaborate with the business to document and maintain clear, concise, and accurate work instructions, including departmental SOPs.
• Communicate SOP updates and changes to operators effectively.
• Oversee the implementation and approval of new materials within the department.
• Assist the process owner with the introduction and integration of new equipment.
• Participate in the departmental 5S regime, contributing to TPM implementation and OEE measurement and improvement for critical equipment.
• Actively engage in Continuous Improvement Kaizen events focused on process optimisation.
• Fulfil additional duties assigned by the management team as needed.
• Take ownership for OEE improvement and metrics.
• Efficiently meet production run rate goals while ensuring consistent product quality and cost control.
• Support as part of the help chain, will tackle unique technical challenges specific to the department’s processes.