Casting Engineering Technician
Kobe Aluminum Automotive ProductsBowling Green, KY
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Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Casting Engineering TechnicianClassification: Non-ExemptDepartment: CastingReports to: Casting ManagerRole: M-FPosition Summary:Assists engineers in developing, designing and maintaining systems and equipment, applying technical skills and knowledge for a 24/7 operation.Key Responsibilities:
- Requires constant physical activity throughout shift such as walking, sitting, standing, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, handling, near/far vision, pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Troubleshooting equipment, support maintenance in repairs as needed.
- Assisting in Installing new systems or equipment as well as assisting in long term planning, future business and future projects.
- Train employees in the process and understanding of the equipment
- Creating solutions to resolve production/mechanical downtime and failures with a continual focus on all manufacturing floor safety concerns and countermeasures.
- Develop and implement productivity, quality and continuous process improvements.
- Helping engineers develop process improvements, new methods, or products.
- Perform detailed mathematical calculations and analysis to identify and solve engineering problems as well as various types of data collection.
- Conduct experiments and diagnostic tests, under the supervision of engineers, to investigate the causes of equipment failures and find solutions.
- Develops and implements plans for continuous overall equipment effectiveness (OEE); improve yields, uptime and cycle times of equipment, improve product flow, and cost reduction.
- Conduct experiments and diagnostic tests, under the supervision of engineers, to investigate the causes of equipment failures and find solutions that may require flexible hours as needed.
- Perform other duties as required.
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to use Microsoft Office Programs
- Strong math skills
- Knowledge of research and testing methods
- Ability to follow detailed directions
- Understanding of engineering concepts
- Physical strength and abilities to perform well in the field if necessary
- Ability to collaborate effectively
- A willingness to learn and work overtime when required.
- Associate's degree in engineering technology or similar preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years is preferred in aluminum manufacturing setting.
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