Engineer In Training

BRT Extrusions is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve our aluminum extrusion manufacturing operations. This entry-level engineering role works cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Safety to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges, optimize production processes, improve equipment efficiency, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

The Junior Manufacturing Engineer will gain hands-on experience with aluminum extrusion presses, tooling and dies, process parameters, material flow, and downstream manufacturing operations. This position is ideal for an early-career engineer looking to develop technical expertise while contributing to improvements in productivity, product quality, workplace safety, and overall operational performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Manufacturing Process Support Provide engineering support for daily aluminum extrusion press operations and downstream manufacturing processes.

Monitor production performance, extrusion parameters, cycle times, scrap rates, and overall equipment efficiency.

Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements to equipment, workflows, and manufacturing methods.

Assist in troubleshooting extrusion-related issues, including dimensional variations, surface defects, die performance, and material flow.

Evaluate extrusion temperatures, press speeds, billet utilization, and other critical process parameters.

Collaborate with production supervisors and operators to identify problems and implement effective solutions.

Continuous Improvement and Engineering Participate in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Support projects designed to reduce downtime, scrap, waste, production costs, and cycle times.

Collect and analyze manufacturing data to identify performance trends and opportunities for improvement.

Assist with engineering projects involving equipment upgrades, process modifications, and new technology implementation.

Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, process documentation, and other manufacturing records.

Participate in equipment trials, process validation, new product introductions, and process optimization activities.

Equipment and Technical Support Work with Maintenance to identify recurring equipment issues, investigate failures, and support corrective actions.

Assist in troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems associated with extrusion presses and related equipment.

Support preventive maintenance programs and equipment reliability improvement initiatives.

Assist in evaluating tooling, extrusion dies, and production equipment to improve performance, consistency, and service life.

Participate in equipment installation, commissioning, testing, and startup activities.

Support the implementation of engineering solutions that improve equipment uptime, reliability, and production efficiency.

Quality and Safety Collaborate with Quality to investigate product defects, customer concerns, and manufacturing nonconformances.

Assist with root cause investigations and the development and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).Support compliance with ISO 9001 quality management system requirements and internal quality procedures.

Identify potential workplace hazards and recommend engineering controls or process improvements to reduce risk.

Ensure engineering activities align with company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.

Promote safe work practices, process consistency, quality awareness, and a culture of continuous improvement.

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