Manufacturing Process Engineer

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Wyman-Gordon, located in Brighton MI, provides Nickel-based Extruded Powder Alloy for Military and Commercial Turbine Applications. The Brighton MI facility offers Vacuum-Melt Atomizers; for the raw material needs of the Worcester MA forge Isothermal forge shop. This growing, profit center is part of a highly successful, multi-billion diversified manufacturer. Precision Castparts Corporation (PCC).

Manufacturing Process Engineer

In this capacity, the position will support/facilitate manufacturing process improvement efforts and plans. The role will work with all levels of the organization to provide deep analysis and guidance on crucial business processes.

This position will also be responsible for leading/implementing cost reduction initiatives, introduce and implement Statistical Process Control techniques as well as associated measurement and control systems, assist and develop Training programs, and provide administrative and program support to Reengineering activities at the site.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Technical Reference and "gate keeper" for all major technical changes in the key critical process and/or equipment
• Considered technical resource for all off shift processes/support for operational decisions
• Builds new models and/or tools using advanced statistical knowledge and techniques.
• Develop and maintain a capability/ opportunity matrix for the assets at the plant, relative to safety, quality, reliability and production.
• Lead standardization of appropriate assets and procedures
• Support and facilitate Manufacturing Process Improvement efforts and plans.
• Develop and initiate cost reduction programs in the assigned manufacturing area.
• Introduce and implement SPC techniques and associated measurement and control systems.
• Assist and develop Training program initiatives.
• Provide Administrative support to Reengineering activities

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in statistics, engineering (or other applied science field)
• 3-5 years' experience in manufacturing, strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability in Process control/Process mapping
• Experience with advanced statistics (regression, control charting) and software such as MiniTab, Statistica, Dataminer, etc.
• Able to drive change in demanding atmosphere

SPECIAL SKILLS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Good computer skills (basic Microsoft software packages).
• Working knowledge of SPC tools and techniques.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously or as a team member.
• Good organizational and writing skills.

US Citizenship or Perm Residency is required due to government military contracts.

Wyman Gordon is committed to hiring, promoting and transferring employees without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin (where a person was born), sex, age, ancestry (ethnic heritage), citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other reason prohibited by law. Decisions as to hiring, promoting or transferring employees should be based solely upon job-related qualifications.

As an equal opportunity employer, Wyman Gordon is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 508-839-8004 for assistance.