Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

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 Quality/Process Engineer will identify, initiate, and evaluate continuous process improvements related to safety and quality systems. The Quality/Process Engineer will work collaboratively with plant operational teams and provide guidance and support for process improvement projects.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Working in a cross-functional team environment, apply lean principles to optimize manufacturing processes including programming, machining, packaging, and process flow.
• Continuously ensure manufacturing inspection processes are being followed; escalate issues to plant leadership, as needed.
• Actively and effectively collaborate in the development and creation of work instructions and fixtures.
• Promptly create Certificate of Conformity for the production floor for customer requests, as needed.
• Routinely conduct and maintain accurate calibrations of gauges and sign off for production personnel to ensure product quality specifications are met.
• Administer and facilitate Return Material Authorizations for defects in accordance with Quality Department procedures.
• Promptly upload suppliers’ Certificate of Inspection data into spreadsheets required for maintaining historical supplier records.

Education/Experience

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Industrial Engineering preferred, plus three (3) years in an industrial/manufacturing environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior experience with Lean or Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, CNC multi-axis programming and machining, and SolidWorks CAD software, strongly preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Technical Skills. Proficient in using measurement devices (calipers, micrometers, various gauges) to accurately measure and verify product quality and determine trends or identify nonconformances. Ability to apply geometry and basic math skills, such as addition and subtraction of fractions or decimals to determine tolerances or to measure products. Excellent analytical skills. Ability to learn about and apply technical products to various industrial manufacturing processes.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Computer/Applications Skills. Proficient computer skills using a variety of software applications systems. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products including proficiency in Excel and chart creation. SolidWorks experience. Programming in Gibbs multi-axis machining experience preferable in GibbsCAM or Mastercam.
• Core Business Skills. Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling of proprietary and confidential information. Ability to work independently, without significant direction and to use resources effectively to “figure it out.” Strong critical thinking skills, judgment and keen attention to detail and accuracy. Exceptional prioritization, time management and organizational skills. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Data collection experience.

Physical/Sensory Requirements
The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a Team Member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position.

Must be able to sit for long periods-of-time, bend, and reach, use stairs, lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer, office equipment and telephone.

Working Environment
While performing the essential responsibilities of this position, Team Member generally will work in an office environment. Occasional work in a manufacturing environment with frequent exposure to loud noise, moving mechanical parts, and fumes or airborne particles, and periodic exposure to outdoor environment through open doors. PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as approved footwear, respirators, safety glasses/goggles, may be required.

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Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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