Forge Engineer na Presrite Corporation

Description

Since 1971, Presrite Corporation has been providing world class forging solutions to our customers. We have three modern manufacturing plants plus a dedicated technical division for our Engineering and die making capabilities, all centrally located in Ohio. Press sizes range from 1,300 to 6,000 tons, forging approximately 125,000 tons of steel annually. Forgings we provide range from 2 to 300 pounds, all produced to the latest International quality standards. Our customers span many diverse markets: off-highway, agriculture, military, automotive, rail, oil and mining--just to name a few.

Presrite also provides an excellent place to work. We offer a family oriented atmosphere, development and advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and competitive pay with outstanding benefits. If you are looking for this type of environment, we have a great opportunity for you. We are currently seeking qualified candidates to join our Engineering team!

We have an immediate opening for a Forge Engineer at our Technical Division located in Eastlake, OH.  This position will report to the Corporate Engineering Manager.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Forge Engineer provides daily engineering support to the forge operations, including root cause analysis and troubleshooting of process issues; leads the APQP process; and acts as liaison between the three manufacturing plants and the Technical Division. This position will work closely with employees in the engineering, manufacturing, and quality departments.

A candidate for the Forge Engineer position will work independently and in team settings, and possesses strong analytical, communication, and process skills. A candidate will also demonstrate strong attention to detail, and possess excellent continuous process improvement skills.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (not all inclusive)

• Design, develop, and improve the manufacturing processes used to forge a part to print requirements

• Launch and lead the APQP team/meetings from initial kickoff through design review and post-production review

• Collaborate with the design engineers and operations to determine appropriate procedures, speeds and feeds, and die set up that will produce a try-out that meets the print

• Provide all documentation internally from these runs and validate consistency over the life of the launch/APQP

• Trouble shoot existing die issues/runs utilizing our discovery tool, forming collaborative teams to fully investigate while providing solutions through die modifications or redesigns, set-up adjustments or production parameter adjustments

• Initiate PCN's and update prints as needed

•  Participate in try-outs for new and adjusted die designs, offering your expertise in process and design

• Demonstrate knowledge of the Quality Policy and how it relates to customer requirements

Requirements

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, or Manufacturing Engineering

• 3- 5 years of experience in metals manufacturing industry (Forging preferred)

• Ability to interpret blueprints, tolerancing and manufacturing specifications

• Good working knowledge of statistical process control methods and its application

• Ability to 3D model complex parts and assemblies 

• Strong working knowledge of 3D modeling software (Solidworks preferred), and Microsoft Office is required; Deform software is a plus

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Understanding of press forging fundamentals and die design is a plus

• Self-motivated, high attention to detail, and strong multitasking abilities

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

No phone calls or third-party recruiters, please.

Employment Ready Applicants Only.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an associate assigned to this position.

Presrite is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation.  Pre-employment drug screening is required.  The Company participates in E-Verify.  E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.  www.dhs.gov/e-verify.