Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Position Summary / Key Job Responsibilities:
POSITION SUMMARY
Develops and implements optimal, cost effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with customer product specifications and quality standards. Recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods, equipment and controls.
B. JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and participate in product planning meetings consisting of Engineering, Sales, Project Management, Quality, and Manufacturing to map the manufacturing process and identify actions to resolve challenges
  
• Develop detailed, clear, and accurate manufacturing routers based on customer specifications, drawings, internal and outside processing capabilities, internal procedures, and heavy communication with Engineering and Manufacturing.
• Utilize the ERP system to input, update, and maintain BOM's, Master Routings, and Production Routings as necessary, working closely with planners to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Support & enforce the quality system and adherence to procedures & work instructions.
• Actively participate in the quote process providing and/or coordinating machining and welding hours working with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing.
• Confer with all levels and departments regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations regarding production processes.
• Design, develop and test and/or source and cost-justify various tools, machinery, and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods. Confer with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of tooling, machinery and equipment according to specifications and quality standards
• Perform research, design, and development of manufacturing processes for continuous improvement
• Perform and assist in root cause analysis and cost analysis
• Lead process improvement initiatives such as SMED, 6S, TPM, new equipment/tooling implementation
• Develop controls and reports to monitor processes and provide feedback to management and customers
• Write capital appropriation requests
• Represent manufacturing on cross-functional teams and frequently interface with Sales, Customers, and other RTI Facilities
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelors degree related to manufacturing and/or 7 years equivalent experience
• Strong working knowledge of ERP system functionality
• Excellent Computer Skills
• o Experience with CAD/CAM
• o Experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• o SAP experience a MAJOR PLUS
• Able to motivate, influence, and train people one on one and in team settings
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Process Improvement Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Theory of Constraints, or Quick Response Manufacturing techniques
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at once
• Experience with ISO and/or API quality systems
• Good organization skills
• Ability to work with vendors and customers
• Ability to promote and maintain a safe working environment

Company Description:

RTI International Metals, Inc., headquartered in Pittsburgh, specializes in advanced titanium, meeting the requirements of the world's most technologically sophisticated applications in commercial aerospace, defense, propulsion, energy, industrial, chemical, and medical markets. For over 60 years, RTI has been taking titanium further through advanced manufacturing, engineering, machining, and forming processes. RTI delivers titanium mill products, extruded shapes, form-ready parts, and highly engineered components through our downstream integrated supply chain. RTI has locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia.