Process Engineer Technician

This position is within the Mining And Metals Industry

Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world.

The last car, train and plane you rode in were all safer and more energy efficient because of Pyrotek. The beverage cans in your refrigerator are lighter, stronger and infinitely recyclable because of Pyrotek. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

The Process Engineer Technician willwork closely with Engineering and plant production personnel to optimize and improve manufacturing processes, efficiency and capacity. Design, implement, and monitor manufacturing processes to ensure cost-effective and high-quality production to meet internal and external customer demands. Provide evaluations, analyses and troubleshooting of parts, equipment, and processes, and report results.

• Confer and collaborate with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities and other considerations to facilitate production processes, and take appropriate actions, to include:
  • Analyzing and planning workforce utilization, space requirements, workflow, and design layout of equipment and workspace to support maximum efficiency.
  • Evaluating existing processes, suggesting and/or developing improvement methods and measures, and configuring manufacturing system to reduce costs and improve capacity.
  • Estimating production times and related costs, and providing information to management to aid decision making.
  • Developing product designs and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
  • Analyzing performance to estimates and proactively reporting results. Provide weekly analyses and production data to Production Supervisors to ensure accuracy of Tool masters.
• Continuously evaluate, develop, and enhance manufacturing methods by utilizing product design knowledge, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
• Provide accurate quotations to the Sales team on estimated costs for customer required products.
• Work closely with project teams and business development functional areas to plan and coordinate manufacturing processes.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) / Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC), plus a minimum of five (5) years of process engineering and/or quality control experience in a manufacturing environment preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Associates degree (AAS) in Mechanical Engineering Technology or similar discipline preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Process Engineering Skills. Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problem solving. Strong analysis, design, and implementation experience. Working knowledge of tool design, product/process risk assessment, equipment design and automation, test methods development and validation, design verification, process technical writing and regulations knowledge. Ability to drive a culture of continuous improvement and proactive approaches.
• Core People Skills. Ability to positively interact and work collaboratively with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization and across the globe. Genuine with high ethical standards and values, and personal integrity and honesty. Displays humility and adaptability. Ability to apply a large measure of common sense to a variety of situations. Entrepreneurial attitude toward work center excellence.
• Communication Skills. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listen and obtain clarification, and respond well to questions. Proficiency in writing clearly and concisely and editing work for spelling and grammar. Ability to present and explain system information in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others, and gains understanding. Ability to act as an internal/external spokesperson regarding technology and/or strategy, including the ability to conduct executive presentations.
• Computer/Application/Drafting Skills. Proficient MS Office computer skills, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint and SharePoint. Ability to learn and utilize a variety of software application systems. Knowledge of statistical analysis software along with engineering applications software (Solid Works, CAD).
• Core Business Skills. Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling of proprietary and confidential information. Displays willingness to make decisions and work…